Abstract
Abstract Diabetic foot ulcers affect up to 15% of diabetes patients and can lead to severe complications, including osteomyelitis. Traditional treatment for diabetic foot osteomyelitis typically involves surgery and antibiotics, but outcomes can be suboptimal. This case report explores the use of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy as an adjunctive treatment for a 55-year-old male with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and diabetic foot osteomyelitis. The patient was presented with a right foot ulcer and osteomyelitis of the distal fibula, confirmed by MRI and bone scan. After initial treatment with debridement and antibiotics proved inadequate, autologous PRP therapy was introduced. Five PRP sessions were administered, scheduled every fourth day. The patient showed significant improvement with PRP therapy, highlighting its potential as a valuable non-invasive adjunct to conventional treatments for diabetic foot ulcers and osteomyelitis. This case underscores the potential of PRP therapy in managing diabetic foot complications and suggests a need for further research to establish its role in clinical practice.
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