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International Journal of Research in Medical Science
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Vol. 7, Issue 2, Part H (2025)

Prevalence of vascular disease associated with infectious processes in patients with diabetic foot in a secondary care hospital

Author(s):

Cortés Rodríguez B, Juárez Bernardino F, Ayón Aguilar J and Palma Lázaro P

Abstract:

Introduction: Diabetic foot represents one of the most frequent and severe complications of diabetes mellitus, with a high burden of peripheral vascular disease.

Objective: To determine the prevalence of vascular disease associated with infectious processes in diabetic foot.

Materials and Methods: Cross-sectional, observational study conducted at General Hospital Zone No. 20. Patients with diabetic foot and peripheral vascular disease were included.

Results: A prevalence of vascular insufficiency of 72.8% and infectious processes in 48.5% of cases was found.

Conclusions: There is a high prevalence of vascular insufficiency in patients with diabetic foot, with infections identified in early stages that allow for timely interventions.

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International Journal of Research in Medical Science
How to cite this article:
Cortés Rodríguez B, Juárez Bernardino F, Ayón Aguilar J and Palma Lázaro P. Prevalence of vascular disease associated with infectious processes in patients with diabetic foot in a secondary care hospital. Int. J. Res. Med. Sci. 2025;7(2):524-526. DOI: 10.33545/26648733.2025.v7.i2h.196