Retrospective Review of Foot Surveillance Service for Patients with Moderate to High-Risk Diabetic Foot in Primary Care: A Preliminary Analysis
Applied/Translational Research
Singapore Health Biomedical Congress
National Healthcare Group
31 December 2023
To investigate factors associated with foot condition deterioration in diabetic foot patients. Foot surveillance programs significantly reduce complications and improve outcomes.
Year Submitted: 2023
Published Date: 31 December 2023
Tags: Applied/Translational Research, Quantitative Research
About this Content
Aims
To investigate factors associated with foot condition deterioration in diabetic foot patients.
Background
Increasing prevalence of diabetes escalates risks of foot complications and amputations.
Methods
Retrospective study using FS registry data analyzed with logistic regression.
Results
Identified risk factors: older age, history of DFU, and skin fissures; targeted education mitigates risks.
Conclusion
Foot surveillance programs significantly reduce complications and improve outcomes.
Lessons Learnt
Multidisciplinary care and consistent education are crucial for effective diabetic foot management.
Additional Information
SHBC 2023 Gold Award in Primary Care Category.
Keywords
Diabetic Foot, Surveillance, Risk Factors
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National Healthcare Group |
Organization(s) Involved | National Healthcare Group Polyclinics,National Healthcare Group Headquarter, Nanyang Technological University |
Platform(s) | Singapore Health Biomedical Congress |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Healthcare Administration, Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | General Medicine, Healthcare Administrators, Endocrinology |
Project Lead(s) | Elaine Tan |
Project Member(s) | Tan DML |
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Elaine Tan - ELAINE_TAN_YL@NHGP.COM.SG