Case study · Chronic non-healing diabetic foot ulcer
A long-standing diabetic foot ulcer: a structured care pathway
An eight-year non-healing ulcer in a patient with diabetes, hypertension, chronic kidney disease and peripheral neuropathy.
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Presentation
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Clinical care
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Follow-up
Clinical context
Presentation and assessment.
48-year-old female. The case record describes a long-standing ulcer that had not improved with multiple earlier treatment approaches.
Care pathway documented in this case
- Osteotomy to address an underlying clinical factor
- Collagen powder and sheet within the wound-management plan
- Ongoing clinical review
Outcome & follow-up
Progress is recorded with context.
The presentation records marked wound healing within one month, alongside improved mobility and quality of life.
This is a consent-led clinical record. Individual treatment pathways and outcomes vary for every patient.
A qualified clinician must assess an individual wound, circulation, sensation and infection risk before recommending care.
Clinical image record
The documented care journey.
Images are shown as part of the clinical record and should be viewed with respect for patient privacy and context.
A considered next step
Every case needs its own assessment and plan.
This record illustrates one patient journey. Speak with the MMC team to understand what assessment and care may be appropriate for your situation.