Characteristics of Diabetic Foot Ulcer Patients
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An automatic summary of structured registry data. It is an orientation aid, not a substitute for the official protocol or a physician assessment.
- What is being studied
- This is an observational study: the protocol does not assign a study treatment.
- Who it may be relevant to
- Registry conditions: Diabetic Foot Ulcer, Diabetes Complications. Basic parameters: No limits · All.
- What needs checking
- Age, condition and sex are only basic indicators. Prior treatment, laboratory values and other mandatory requirements appear in the eligibility criteria below.
- Where it takes place
- Iran
- Next step
- Save the trial, show it to the treating physician, and confirm current recruitment with the study center. Costs, documents and travel →
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Official title
Examining the Demographic, Clinical, and Laboratory Data of Patients With Diabetic Foot Ulcers Admitted to 5 Azar Hospital in 2024 (Registry Project)
Overview
This study examines the demographic, clinical, and laboratory characteristics of patients with diabetic foot ulcers admitted to 5 Azar Hospital, Gorgan, in 2024. By analyzing factors such as Hb, WBC, HbA1C, ESR, and CRP in relation to ulcer severity, the study aims to identify predictors of outcomes and support more effective prevention and management strategies
Detailed description
Diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) is one of the most serious and preventable complications in diabetic patients, often leading to infection, hospitalization, lower limb amputation, and increased mortality. This cross-sectional descriptive-analytical study aims to investigate the demographic, clinical, and laboratory characteristics of approximately 200 patients with DFU admitted to 5 Azar Hospital, Gorgan, in 2024. Data will be retrospectively collected from medical records after obtaining ethical approval.
The study will analyze relationships between patient demographics, clinical features, and laboratory findings (including Hb, WBC, HbA1C, ESR, CRP) with ulcer severity based on Wagner's classification. Statistical tests such as independent t-test, chi-square, Fisher's exact test, and multivariable logistic regression will be used.
By identifying key factors associated with ulcer severity and outcomes, the findings of this study may contribute to more effective prevention and management strategies for diabetic foot ulcers, ultimately reducing complications and healthcare costs
Primary outcome measures
- Severity of diabetic foot ulcer (measured by Wagner classification at admission) [Time frame: Baseline]
- Laboratory parameters and ulcer grade [Time frame: Baseline]
Secondary outcome measures (5)
- Duration of diabetes until ulcer onset [Time frame: Baseline]
- Smoking status and ulcer severity [Time frame: Baseline]
- Treatment outcomes [Time frame: At hospital discharge (average of 10 days)]
- Ulcer recurrence [Time frame: During 12-month follow-up (based on records)]
- Demographic distribution [Time frame: Baseline]
Eligibility criteria
Inclusion criteria
- Patients admitted to 5 Azar Hospital, Gorgan, in 2024
- Diagnosis of diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) confirmed by medical records
- Complete demographic, clinical, and laboratory data available in medical files
Exclusion criteria
- Incomplete or missing medical records
- Patients with foot ulcers of non-diabetic etiology
- Patients whose key laboratory data are unavailable
Criteria are shown verbatim from the registry (in English). Final eligibility is always assessed by the study center.
Study design
- Observational model
- Cohort
Study locations
Iran · 1 center
- 5Th Azar Medical Center — Gorgan
Identifiers
NCT: NCT07188337 · 114627