Differences between genders in relation to factors associated with risk of diabetic foot in elderly persons: A cross-sectional trial

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Authors

Fabiana Magalhães Navarro-Peternella · Faculdade Única

Ana Patrícia A. Torquato Lopes · Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul

Guilherme Oliveira de Arruda · Universidade Estadual de Maringá

Élen Ferraz Teston · Universidade Estadual de Maringá

Sônia Silva Marcon · Universidade Estadual de Maringá

Abstract

The factors associated with the development of diabetic foot were presented differently in women and men, so a targeted and more specific preventive approach is required.

Topics & Keywords

Diabetic Foot Ulcer Assessment and Management Adipokines, Inflammation, and Metabolic Diseases Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Management

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Clinical & Translational Endocrinology

Volume 6, pp. 30-36

DOI: 10.1016/j.jcte.2016.10.001

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