{"title":"Pre-Screening of Participants with Type 2 Diabetes and Foot Ulcers for Enrollment into a Bacteriophage Therapy Pilot Study.","authors":"Vijay Viswanathan, Geetha B Kumar, Indira Padmalayam, Satyavani Kumpatla, Udyama Dutta, Sindujha Prabakaran, Senthil Govindan, Kumar Ponnusamy, Sasikumar Thachinamurthy, Bamila Selvaraj, Menaka Rengaraj, Bharathi Anandkumar, Pradeesh Babu, Bipin G Nair","doi":"10.1177/15347346261486517","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/15347346261486517","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>ObjectiveTo evaluate the clinical severity and microbiological characteristics of participants with type 2 diabetes and foot ulcers (DFUs) screened for eligibility into a bacteriophage therapy pilot study.Research Design And MethodsAdults aged (≥18 years) with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and active DFUs presenting to a tertiary care centre were screened using predefined eligibility criteria. Ulcers were graded according to the University of Texas Diabetic Foot Classification System. Microbiological analysis included standard culture techniques and biochemical tests for identification of microorganism. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize ulcer severity, microbial patterns, and eligibility outcomes.ResultsA total of 595 individuals were screened. Grade 3 ulcers accounted for 51.1% of cases, followed by Grade 2 (29.1%) and Grade 1 (19.8%). Monomicrobial infections were identified in 63.7% of individuals, polymicrobial infections in 17.6%, and no growth in 18.7%. Gram-negative organisms predominated, including <i>Pseudomonas spp.</i> (n = 74), <i>Escherichia spp.</i> (n = 60), <i>Klebsiella spp.</i> (n = 50), <i>Proteus spp.</i> (n = 43), and <i>Acinetobacter spp.</i> (n = 25). Among Gram-positive organisms, <i>Staphylococcus spp.</i> (n = 81) and <i>Enterococcus spp.</i> (n = 43) were common.ConclusionsThe screened population demonstrated a high burden of advanced Grade 3B DFUs, predominantly associated with Gram-negative pathogens amenable to bacteriophage targeting. But this pilot study intentionally focused on Grade 1B and Grade 2B ulcers to assess the feasibility and safety of bacteriophage therapy in predefined, less severe DFUs. This pre-screening process supported the feasibility and enrollment of eligible participants for the subsequent bacteriophage therapy pilot study.</p>","PeriodicalId":94229,"journal":{"name":"The international journal of lower extremity wounds","volume":" ","pages":"15347346261486517"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-09-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148908414","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Effrosyni Blathra, Ioanna A Anastasiou, Ioanna Eleftheriadou, Euaggelia-Dimitra Apostolopoulou, Athanasia Tentolouri, Stavroula-Panagiota Lontou, Eleni Rebelos, Nicholas Tentolouris
{"title":"Advanced Glycation End Products (AGEs) and Oxidative Stress are Increased in Individuals with Charcot Neuro-Osteoarthropathy: A Cross-Sectional Study.","authors":"Effrosyni Blathra, Ioanna A Anastasiou, Ioanna Eleftheriadou, Euaggelia-Dimitra Apostolopoulou, Athanasia Tentolouri, Stavroula-Panagiota Lontou, Eleni Rebelos, Nicholas Tentolouris","doi":"10.1177/15347346261483970","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15347346261483970","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>AimsCharcot neuro-osteoarthropathy (CN) is a rare but severe diabetes-related complication characterized by neuropathy, inflammation, and progressive bone and joint destruction. Advanced glycation end products (AGEs) may contribute to diabetes complications through protein glycation and activation of AGE-receptor for AGE (RAGE)-associated inflammatory and oxidative-stress pathways. This cross-sectional case-control study compared AGEs, soluble RAGE (sRAGE), and oxidative-stress markers among individuals with diabetes and CN (DM/CN), individuals with diabetes without CN (DM/noCN), and healthy controls.Research Design and MethodsThis was a case-control study on 15 people with active or chronic DM/CN, 33 individuals with DM/noCN and 26 age-matched healthy controls. Subjects underwent thorough clinical evaluation; AGEs were measured in lens via autofluorescence and in serum samples. Serum levels of sRAGE and reactive oxygen markers were also determined.ResultsParticipants with DM/CN had higher lens and serum AGE levels and oxidative stress than those with DM/noCN. Both diabetes groups had higher AGEs, sRAGE, and oxidative-stress levels than healthy controls. AGEs, sRAGE, and oxidative stress were associated with peripheral neuropathy, and CN was independently associated with higher circulating AGE concentrations after adjustment for HbA1c and BMI.ConclusionsIndividuals with diabetes and CN exhibit increased AGE accumulation and oxidative stress compared with individuals with diabetes without CN. These findings support a potential role for AGE-associated inflammatory and oxidative-stress pathways in the pathophysiology of CN. Larger prospective studies are needed to determine the clinical and prognostic value of AGEs, sRAGE, and oxidative-stress markers in CN.</p>","PeriodicalId":94229,"journal":{"name":"The international journal of lower extremity wounds","volume":" ","pages":"15347346261483970"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-09-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148889886","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Review on Advancements in Wound Dressing: Biofunctionalized Nanoparticles from <i>Butea monosperma</i> Root Extract.","authors":"Rajeshreeba A Jadeja, Suranjana V Mayani","doi":"10.1177/15347346251365421","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15347346251365421","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Wound healing is a complex biological process that can be significantly impaired by numerous factors, resulting in chronic wounds. Recent advancements in nanotechnology have demonstrated the potential of biofunctionalized nanoparticles to improve wound healing. This review examines the methodology and application of biofunctionalized nanoparticles derived from <i>Butea monosperma</i> root extract, incorporated into electro spun nanofibers, presenting a novel approach for advanced wound dressings. This review examines the extraction process, nanoparticle synthesis, electrospinning techniques, and the assessment of the therapeutic properties of the nanofibers. In vitro and in vivo studies demonstrate the efficacy of this approach in promoting wound healing, highlighting significant antibacterial activity and improved tissue regeneration. Future research and clinical application directions are also examined.</p>","PeriodicalId":94229,"journal":{"name":"The international journal of lower extremity wounds","volume":" ","pages":"696-711"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144796589","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Long-term Recurrence Risk of Diabetic Foot Ulcers After Healing: A 5-Year Retrospective Cohort Study on the Influence of Hemodialysis and Amputation Levels.","authors":"Toyoaki Kitano, Shunsuke Sakakibara, Ikuro Kitano, Yoriko Tsuji, Akira Takekawa, Hiroto Terashi","doi":"10.1177/15347346251315220","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15347346251315220","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This retrospective study aimed to evaluate diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) recurrence rates and associated risk factors, focusing on hemodialysis and specific amputation levels. Patients with diabetes treated for DFU between 2003 and 2019 at a wound-care center in Japan were studied. The primary outcome was DFU recurrence, and the factors evaluated included age, sex, hemodialysis treatment, revascularization type, and amputation level. Among 236 participants (mean age: 65 years; male: 73%; 33% on hemodialysis), DFU recurrence rates were 40.3% and 77.1% at 1 and 5 years, respectively. Hemodialysis was significantly associated with an increased DFU recurrence risk (hazard ratio: 1.92; 95% confidence interval: 1.40-2.64, <i>P</i> < .001). Revascularization did not significantly impact DFU recurrence rates after ulcer healing. Contralateral DFU recurrence was the most frequent, occurring in 45% of cases. Higher DFU recurrence rates were observed at adjacent toes on the same side in patients who underwent great toe amputation and at the treated site in patients who underwent transmetatarsal, Lisfranc, or Chopart amputations. These findings indicate that DFU recurrence poses a higher risk in patients undergoing hemodialysis. Tailored postoperative management focusing on both contralateral and ipsilateral recurrences is essential to minimize recurrence and improve long-term outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":94229,"journal":{"name":"The international journal of lower extremity wounds","volume":" ","pages":"938-951"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143070211","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Diagnostic Significance of Serum VEGF, bFGF, and Wound Tissue EGFR in Diabetic Chronic Refractory Wounds.","authors":"Xuanyu Wang, Huafa Que","doi":"10.1177/15347346241313010","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15347346241313010","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundPatients with diabetes mellitus (DM) face a higher risk of developing chronic refractory wounds. Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF) and epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) plays an important role in diabetes-related complications. This study aims to analyze the correlation between the 3 indicators and diabetic chronic refractory wounds, in order to establish the diagnostic value of these 3 indicators and provide reference for the treatment.Material and MethodsWe selected 168 patients, with 84 in healing group and 84 in refractory group. The levels of serum VEGF, bFGF, and wound tissue EGFR were compared before treatment, and the correlation between the 3 indicators and the refractory wounds was analyzed. After the specific treatment in refractory group, the clinical efficacy and wound closure index was recorded, and the correlation between them and the 3 indicators were analyzed.ResultsThe 3 indicators were all protective factors for diabetic chronic refractory wounds (<i>p </i>< .05). The serum VEGF and bFGF had relatively low diagnostic value for diabetic chronic refractory wounds, while wound tissue EGFR demonstrated higher diagnostic value (<i>p </i>< .05). The 3 indicators had a positive correlation with both the clinical efficacy and the wound closure index (<i>p </i>< .05).ConclusionHigher levels of serum VEGF, bFGF, and wound tissue EGFR are conducive to reducing the incidence of diabetic chronic refractory wounds. The combined measurement of these indicators holds high diagnostic value for the disease. Moreover, the higher the expression levels of these 3 indicators, the more favorable the clinical outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":94229,"journal":{"name":"The international journal of lower extremity wounds","volume":" ","pages":"907-915"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143019149","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Zahra Al-Timimi, S F Haddawi, Sajjad Abbas Hadi Nukhailawi
{"title":"Comparative Histological Assessment of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles and Low-Power Laser Treatment at 810nm Wavelength on the Recovery of Second-Degree Burn Wounds in Rat Models.","authors":"Zahra Al-Timimi, S F Haddawi, Sajjad Abbas Hadi Nukhailawi","doi":"10.1177/15347346241313009","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15347346241313009","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background:</b> The utilization of zinc oxide nanoparticles is thought to augment wound healing because of their antibacterial characteristics and capacity to stimulate cellular regeneration, especially in instances of minor burn injuries. On the other hand, it has been shown that tissue regeneration is aided by low-power laser therapy via photobiomodulation. Zinc oxide nanoparticles and low-power laser therapy are the two therapeutic modalities that will be compared in this study in order to assess how well they promote healing after burn injury and provide important new information on improved wound care techniques. <b>Methods:</b> For this investigation, thirty male Wistar rats weighing 230 ± 25 grams each were split into three groups. Every rat received general anesthesia before the experiment. A stainless-steel rod was put to the rats' skin after being heated for 20 min in a boiling water bath to cause superficial second-degree burns. The control group functioned as a reference point for comparison and did not receive any treatment intervention. Over the course of a week, zinc oxide nanoparticles were applied topically to the second group. For one week, the third group received daily therapy with a diode laser at a dosage of 10 J/cm.<sup>1</sup> Histological and clinical exams were performed after the therapy period to evaluate the impact of the therapies. <b>Results:</b> The experimental groups that received low-power laser therapy (third group) and zinc oxide nanoparticles (second group) showed a substantial increase in wound contraction in relation to the control group, based on macroscopic observations. One rat from the second group showed notable indications of full wound healing on day 21. The treated rats showed the highest rate of lesion contraction, indicating that wound treatment happened at least 7 days faster in these rats than in the other groups. After 21 days, the third group's epidermis fully epithelized and formed a layer of keratinization. Furthermore, there was enhanced angiogenesis and significant fibroblast proliferation; large-scale fibrosis was also commonly seen. <b>Conclusion:</b> Zinc oxide nanoparticles promoted wound healing and accelerated connective tissue regeneration faster than other groups when applied to second-degree superficial burns. This research implies that the use of zinc oxide nanoparticles may be a therapeutic approach that shows promise for treating burn injuries and improving patient outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":94229,"journal":{"name":"The international journal of lower extremity wounds","volume":" ","pages":"899-906"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143019179","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Comparative Effectiveness of Diode Laser Therapy and Topical Turmeric Extract Ointment in Promoting Healing of Wounds in a Murine Model.","authors":"Zahra Al-Timimi","doi":"10.1177/15347346241292127","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15347346241292127","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The intricate biological process of wound healing is influenced by a wide range of therapeutic techniques. In this work, the effects of topical turmeric extract ointment and diode laser therapy on wound healing in a mouse model were investigated. Out of the sixty mice, three groups of twenty male mice each were created. Three groups received treatment: the first was a control group that got no treatment; the second group received topical application of 5% curcumin twice a day; and the third group received diode laser therapy, which involved direct laser beam therapy for five minutes a day at an output power of 100 mW at an 810 nm wavelength. Over the course of two weeks, the study examined histological changes and wound closure rates. On days 0 through 14, the wound area was measured with digital calipers to provide quantifiable statistics about the process of healing. In histological analyses, epithelializations, and collagen deposition, in addition to inflammatory cells, were investigated using hematoxylin and eosin staining. It was demonstrated by comparing the outcomes to those of a control group that diode laser therapy and turmeric extract ointment are both successful therapeutic options. The results demonstrate that different therapies, while with differing degrees of effectiveness, greatly quicken the healing process of wounds. According to these results, topical turmeric extract ointment could be used as an additional or supporting therapy to aid in the healing of wounds during medical treatments.</p>","PeriodicalId":94229,"journal":{"name":"The international journal of lower extremity wounds","volume":" ","pages":"800-808"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142524034","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Birgitte M Visch, Daphne van der Veen, Luuk Smeets, Roland Toeter, Arianne van Bon, Diana Romijn
{"title":"The Prevalence of Contact Allergies for Wound Dressings in Patients With Diabetic Foot Ulcers (PAID Study), an Observational Prospective Trial.","authors":"Birgitte M Visch, Daphne van der Veen, Luuk Smeets, Roland Toeter, Arianne van Bon, Diana Romijn","doi":"10.1177/15347346251332028","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15347346251332028","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This investigator initiated prospective observational study investigates the prevalence of contact allergies in patients with a Diabetic Foot Ulcer (DFU). Patients with a DFU received a combined PATCH-test (a test used to investigate the origin of an allergic reaction on the skin) at the upper back, with the European baseline series, the European leg ulcer series, and local used material for leg ulcers. A total of 108 patients with DFU were included of which 86 (79.6%) were male, and 9 (8.3%) and 99 (91.7%) patients had Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, respectively. Twenty-one patients had a sensitization in the standard series, 30 patients in the leg ulcer series, and 11 patients in both series. Two patients had a positive reaction for one of the local used materials. Most frequent sensitizations were found for Perubalsem (N = 6) and Fragrance-Mix II (N = 4) in the standard series. A sensitization for Povidone-Iodine (N = 20) was most frequently seen in the leg ulcer series. In the local used materials a sensitization for silver sulfadiazine (N = 1) and cutimed-gel (n = 1) were seen. In conclusion, this study provides novel information about sensitizations in patients with DFU, but more research is needed to demonstrate the relationship between allergic reactions and delayed wound healing. The study protocol was registered in www.clinicaltrials.gov (NCT04085705, PAID study).</p>","PeriodicalId":94229,"journal":{"name":"The international journal of lower extremity wounds","volume":" ","pages":"1038-1043"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13438000/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144059595","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Effect of Using Photobiomodulation (660 Nanometers) for the Treatment of Diabetic Ulcers: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial.","authors":"Mariana Bezerra Miranda, Rebeca Barbosa da Rocha, Rayana Fontenele Alves, Vinicius Saura Cardoso","doi":"10.1177/15347346241266732","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15347346241266732","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) result in tissue damage or impairment of deeper structures that affect quality of life. The impacts are numerous, and even after a long treatment period, 65% of patients experience recurrence. Among the interventions used to accelerate the healing process of DFUs, photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) is a painless, noninvasive, and low-cost treatment. To achieve effective therapeutic results optimal PBMT parameters are necessary. The positive effect of PBMT on diabetic cells may be dependent on fluence (J/cm<sup>2</sup>) and wavelength (nm). This double-blind, randomized clinical trial will be conducted at the University Clinic of Physical Therapy. One hundred patients will be randomly placed in 4 groups. A Laserpulse Ibramed (Helium-Neon, HeNe, 660 nm) with 20 W power will be used (continuous mode), with doses stipulated for each treatment group (GL1, 4 J/cm<sup>2</sup>; GL2, 8 J/cm<sup>2</sup>; GL3, 12 J/cm<sup>2</sup>) and Endophoton KLD GaAs 904 nm (ST, 10 J/cm<sup>2</sup>) for 2 nonconsecutive days per week for 10 weeks, for a total of 20 sessions. The primary outcomes will be ulcer healing rate and University of Texas classification scores. Patients' DFUs will be assessed on the 1st day, 5 weeks, and 10 weeks of treatment then 1 month after the end of treatment. This study may aid effective clinical decision-making for the management of DFUs.</p>","PeriodicalId":94229,"journal":{"name":"The international journal of lower extremity wounds","volume":" ","pages":"712-717"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141736236","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Stephanie Pleven, Nikolaos Papanas, Alfred Gatt, Cynthia Formosa
{"title":"Screening for Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy: Subjective Versus Objective Measures.","authors":"Stephanie Pleven, Nikolaos Papanas, Alfred Gatt, Cynthia Formosa","doi":"10.1177/15347346241295461","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15347346241295461","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study compared subjective screening modalities recommended in diabetic foot screening guidelines for the detection of diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) with an objective measure, the NC-Stat DPNCheck<sup>®</sup>. We assessed 63 participants (mean age 54.5 years ± 10.5) utilising subjective screening tools (Semmes-Weinstein 10-g monofilament, 128-Hz traditional tuning fork, neurothesiometer, O'Brien 128-Hz electronic tuning fork) and compared results with the objective automated sural nerve conduction test NC-Stat DPNCheck<sup>®</sup>. A significant difference was found in the number of limbs classified with DPN between all screening tools (<i>P</i> < .05). Therefore, this suggests that some screening modalities are more sensitive in diagnosing DPN than others, highlighting the importance of using multiple screening tools to a comprehensive understanding of the patient's neurological status. The findings also emphasize the need to incorporate objective measures in diabetic foot screening and encourage future research to establish a gold standard tool for DPN diagnosis.</p>","PeriodicalId":94229,"journal":{"name":"The international journal of lower extremity wounds","volume":" ","pages":"817-822"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13438001/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142570854","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}