Abstract

Background: In Alberta, diabetes foot ulcers (DFUs) account for over 70% of all lower limb amputations (LLA) which have been increasing annually at a significant rate. Diabetes Canada 2013 Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs) indicate that annual foot examinations are critical for comprehensive diabetes management. Approximately 85% LLA can be prevented through early screening for, and treatment of DFUs.

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