Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
19(1)
Published: Nov. 20, 2024
This
study
aims
to
assess
the
significance
of
monitoring
temperature
change
trends
at
various
wound
sites
in
healing
process
diabetic
foot
ulcers
after
microcirculation
reconstruction
surgery.
A
retrospective
analysis
was
conducted
on
individuals
with
who
had
been
admitted
Department
Orthopedics
Second
Hospital
Shanxi
Medical
University
between
July
2020
and
February
2022.
Temperature
changes
were
regularly
monitored
center
distal
tibia
ipsilateral
lower
leg
microcirculatory
blood
perfusion.
Wound,
ischemia,
infection
(WIFi)
grading
performed
admission
final
follow-up
determine
value
sites.
Additionally,
formation
collateral
microarterial
vessels
their
consistency
observed
differences.
Follow-up
assessments
included
recurrence
ulcers,
development
different
locations,
re-amputation
toe
or
limb,
diabetes-related
mortality.
total
29
patients
follow-up,
an
average
age
57.14
±
14.75
years
a
period
9.79
4.13
months.
Following
surgery,
as
microvascular
network
formed,
difference
same
side
gradually
decreased,
no
statistical
4
weeks
postoperatively.
At
both
there
significant
reduction
(W)
ischemia
(I)
grades
within
WIFi
classification.
The
showed
progressive
improvement
developed.
During
period,
2
cases
ulcer
recurrence,
1
case
appearing
location,
fatalities.
Skin
offers
direct
reliable
indication
Its
simplicity
cost-effectiveness
make
it
valuable
tool
for
widespread
use
evaluating
following
Advanced Drug Delivery Reviews,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
203, P. 115120 - 115120
Published: Oct. 25, 2023
Diabetic
foot
ulcers
(DFUs)
are
a
devastating
complication
for
diabetic
patients
that
have
debilitating
effects
and
can
ultimately
lead
to
limb
amputation.
Healthy
wounds
progress
through
the
phases
of
healing
leading
tissue
regeneration
restoration
barrier
function
skin.
In
contrast,
in
dysregulation
these
leads
chronic,
non-healing
wounds.
particular,
unresolved
inflammation
DFU
microenvironment
has
been
identified
as
key
facet
chronic
hyperglyceamic
patients,
DFUs
fail
beyond
inflammatory
phase
towards
resolution.
Thus,
control
over
modulation
response
is
promising
therapeutic
avenue
treatment.
This
review
discusses
current
state-of-the
art
regarding
microenvironment,
with
specific
focus
on
development
biomaterials-based
delivery
strategies
their
cargos
direct
microenvironment.
International Wound Journal,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
20(10), P. 4394 - 4409
Published: July 12, 2023
Abstract
Diabetic
foot
ulcer
(DFU),
a
common
intractable
chronic
complication
of
diabetes
mellitus
(DM),
has
prevalence
up
to
25%,
with
more
than
17%
the
affected
patients
at
risk
amputation
or
even
death.
Vascular
factors,
including
vascular
stenosis
occlusion,
dyslipidemia,
impaired
neurosensory
and
motor
function,
skin
infection
caused
by
trauma,
all
increase
DFU
in
diabetes.
Therefore,
diabetic
is
not
single
pathogenesis.
Preclinical
studies
have
contributed
greatly
pathogenesis
determination
efficacy
evaluation
DFU.
Many
therapeutic
tools
are
currently
being
investigated
using
animal
models
for
effective
clinical
translation.
However,
preclinical
that
completely
mimic
remain
unexplored.
this
review,
preparation
methods
criteria
three
major
pathological
mechanisms:
neuropathy,
angiopathy
were
discussed
detail.
And
advantages
disadvantages
various
sign
simulation.
Furthermore,
current
status
vitro
some
been
transformed
into
treatment
programs,
such
as
medical
dressings,
growth
factor
therapy,
3D
bioprinting
pre‐vascularization,
Traditional
Chinese
Medicine
treatment.
because
complexity
mechanism
DFU,
transformation
model
still
faces
many
challenges.
We
need
further
optimize
existing
provide
an
platform
future
study
pathophysiology
Journal of Inflammation Research,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
Volume 16, P. 6241 - 6256
Published: Dec. 1, 2023
A
diabetic
foot
ulcer
(DFU)
is
a
serious,
long-term
condition
associated
with
significant
risk
of
disability
and
mortality.
However,
research
on
its
biomarkers
still
limited.
This
study
utilizes
bioinformatics
machine
learning
methods
to
identify
immune-related
for
DFU
validates
them
through
external
datasets
animal
experiments.This
used
analyze
microarray
data
from
the
Gene
Expression
Omnibus
(GEO)
database
key
genes
DFU.
Animal
experiments
were
conducted
validate
these
findings.
employs
GSE68183
GSE80178
retrieved
GEO
as
training
dataset
building
gene
model,
after
conducting
differential
analysis
data,
this
package
glmnet
e1071
construct
LASSO
SVM-RFE
models,
respectively.
Subsequently,
we
validated
model
using
set
validation
(GSE134431).
We
enrichment
analysis,
including
GSEA
GSVA,
genes.
also
performed
immune
functional
Finally,
immunohistochemistry
(IHC)
genes.This
identifies
GSTM5
potential
target
in
methods.
Subsequent
IHC
confirms
critical
biomarker
The
may
be
T
cells
regulatory
(Tregs)
follicular
helper,
it
influences
NF-κB,
GnRH,
MAPK
signaling
pathway.This
identified
finding
potentially
provide
therapy
World Journal of Diabetes,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16(3)
Published: Jan. 20, 2025
This
study
highlights
the
importance
of
identifying
and
addressing
risk
factors
associated
with
wound
complications
following
transtibial
amputation
in
diabetic
patients.
These
amputations,
often
necessitated
by
severe
foot
ulcers,
carry
significant
risks
postoperative
such
as
infection
delayed
healing.
Elevated
hemoglobin
A1c
levels,
indicative
poor
glycemic
control,
a
history
kidney
transplantation,
due
to
required
immunosuppressive
therapy,
are
key
influencing
these
outcomes.
paper
emphasizes
need
for
enhanced
management
personalized
care,
particularly
immunocompromised
individuals,
minimize
improve
patient
prognosis.
Future
research
should
focus
on
prospective
studies
validate
targeted
interventions
optimize
care
strategies,
ultimately
aiming
reduce
healthcare
burden
complications.
Frontiers in Microbiology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16
Published: Feb. 24, 2025
Diabetic
foot
ulcers
(DFU)
affect
up
to
15-25%
of
patients
suffering
from
diabetes
and
are
considered
a
global
health
concern.
These
may
result
in
delayed
wound
healing
chronic
infections,
with
the
potential
lead
amputations.
It
has
been
estimated
that
85%
diabetes-related
amputations
preceded
by
diagnosis
DFU.
A
critical
factor
persistence
this
disease
is
presence
polymicrobial
biofilms,
which
generally
include
Staphylococcus
aureus,
Pseudomonas
aeruginosa,
Escherichia
coli.
The
involvement
diabetic
comorbidities
such
as
ischemia,
hyperglycemia,
immune-compromised
status
creates
perfect
niche
for
these
bacteria
evade
body's
immune
response
persist
biofilms.
Bacteriophage
therapy
can
target
lyse
specific
emerging
an
effective
treatment
biofilm-related
infections.
While
shows
promise
addressing
wounds,
our
current
models,
including
animal
static
systems,
fail
capture
full
complexity
Innovative
approaches
3D
bioengineered
skin
organoid
hydrogel-based
systems
being
developed
simulate
DFU
microenvironments
more
accurately
without
using
ex
vivo
or
tissues.
advanced
models
evaluating
bacteriophage
efficacy
biofilm-associated
DFU,
aiming
enhance
preclinical
assessments
improve
therapeutic
outcomes
patients.
Biology Direct,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
20(1)
Published: March 22, 2025
Diabetic
foot
ulcers
(DFU)
are
a
common
and
severe
complication
among
diabetic
patients,
posing
significant
burden
on
patients'
quality
of
life
healthcare
systems
due
to
their
high
incidence,
amputation
rates,
mortality.
This
study
utilized
single-cell
RNA
sequencing
technology
deeply
analyze
the
cellular
heterogeneity
skin
feet
ofDFU
patients
transcriptomic
characteristics
endothelial
cells,
aiming
identify
key
cell
populations
genes
associated
with
healing
progression
DFU.
The
found
that
cells
from
DFU
exhibited
differences
under
various
conditions,
particularly
in
signaling
pathways
related
inflammatory
responses
angiogenesis.
Through
trajectory
analysis
communication
research,
we
revealed
role
subsets
development
identified
multiple
important
gene
modules
Notably,
promoting
effect
SH3BGRL3
proliferation,
migration,
angiogenic
capabilities
glucose
conditions
was
experimentally
verified,
providing
new
potential
target
theoretical
basis
for
treatment
not
only
enhances
understanding
pathogenesis
but
also
provides
scientific
ofnew
therapeutic
strategies.
Journal of Virology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: May 14, 2025
ABSTRACT
Diabetic
foot
infections
(DFIs),
predominantly
caused
by
Staphylococcus
aureus
,
pose
a
significant
healthcare
challenge
with
severe
consequences,
including
amputation.
Phage
therapy,
which
utilizes
bacteriophages
to
specifically
target
bacterial
pathogens,
has
emerged
as
promising
alternative
conventional
antibiotic
treatments.
This
review
evaluates
the
efficacy
of
phage
therapy
complementary
treatment
for
DFIs
S.
synthesizing
evidence
from
preclinical
and
clinical
studies
while
addressing
limitations
challenges
associated
current
research.
The
analysis
highlights
results
diabetic
animal
models,
demonstrating
effective
load
reduction
improved
wound
healing.
Clinical
case
reports
series
further
underline
improvements
in
infection
management
ulcer
healing,
no
major
adverse
effects
reported.
Ongoing
trials
are
also
discussed,
offering
insights
into
study
parameters
evaluating
potential
safety
-related
DFIs.
While
collected
data
highlight
valuable
complement
traditional
treatments,
particularly
managing
antibiotic-resistant
infections,
research
is
essential
address
existing
limitations,
gaps
long-term
standardization.
With
continued
investigation,
holds
alleviate
burden
improve
patient
outcomes.
Pharmaceuticals,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17(10), P. 1294 - 1294
Published: Sept. 28, 2024
Diabetes-related
ulcers
and
slow-healing
wounds
pose
a
significant
health
risk
to
individuals
due
their
uncertain
causes.
Mortality
rates
for
diabetes
foot
(DFUs)
range
from
10%
after
16
months
24%
five
years.
The
use
of
bioactive
phytochemicals
can
play
key
role
in
healing
predictable
time.
Recent
literature
has
demonstrated
that
various
natural
substances,
including
flavonoids,
saponins,
phenolic
compounds,
polysaccharides,
roles
at
different
stages
the
wound-healing
process
through
diverse
mechanisms.
These
studies
have
categorized
compounds
according
characteristics,
bioactivities,
modes
action.
In
this
study,
we
evaluated
derived
plant
sources
been
shown
crucial
immunomodulation.
Macrophages
are
closely
involved
immunomodulation
within
wound
microenvironment
players
efferocytosis,
inflammation
resolution,
tissue
regeneration,
all
which
contribute
successful
healing.
Phytochemicals
derivatives
capabilities
immune
regulation,
macrophage
migration,
nitric
oxide
synthase
inhibition,
lymphocyte
T-cell
stimulation,
cytokine
activation,
killer
cell
enhancement,
regulation
NF-κβ,
TNF-α,
apoptosis.
review,
studied
resolution
diabetic
inflammation.