Research advances on the application of free flaps in limb salvage treatment of patients with diabetic foot ulcers
Diabetic foot ulcers(DFUs)is one of the severe complications of diabetes,which is difficult to treat and associated with a high risk of amputation.Current guidelines recommend that the plane of amputation be comprehensively assessed based on the degree of tissue necrosis and plane of vascular occlusion in DFUs,the age and systemic organ function of patients.However,the survival and quality of life of DFU patients suffering from amputation will be significantly affected.After reviewing the national and international literature and summarizing the experience of limb-salvage treatment of DFUs,we believe that free flap transplantation is of great significance for limb-salvage treatment to some patients with severe DFUs.In addition,this article also focus on analyzing the indications and perioperative precautions for patients with DFUs undergoing free flap transplantation.
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