Case study · Chronic diabetic foot ulcer with foreign material
A hidden cause behind a two-year non-healing ulcer
A two-year non-healing ulcer where X-ray identified multiple stapler pins within the wound site.
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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 male. The patient also had poorly controlled diabetes, hypertension, chronic kidney disease and peripheral neuropathy, after several unsuccessful treatment attempts elsewhere.
Care pathway documented in this case
- Osteotomy to address the underlying factor
- Collagen dressing therapy
- Ongoing wound review
Outcome & follow-up
Progress is recorded with context.
The presentation documents wound healing in 12 weeks, pain relief and improved mobility.
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.