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What is a diabetic ulcer?
A diabetic with a hole in the lining of their stomach
Is it true that if A patient has diabetes and an ulcer would you Code the ulcer as diabetic?
yes
Diabetic Foot Ulcer?
There are 4 stages to diabetic ulcers. 1. the ulcer has penetrated the top layer of skin 2. the ulcer has penetrated the next layer of skin 3. the depth of the ulcer has deepened to the muscle 4. the depth of the ulcer has deepened to the bone. Once it gets to the bone, the risk of amputation is far greater. Sorry, but the above is incorrect as only pressure ulcers are staged--venous, arterial and neuropathic ulcers are not staged.
Can children suffer from diabetic ulcers?
Yes, anyone who has diabetes can get a diabetic ulcer. Diabetic ulcers can form due to poor circulation, irritation, trauma, and the duration of the diabetes.
Can an infected toe ulcer be treated without amputation sucsessfully?
Yes, an infected toe ulcer can often be treated successfully without amputation, especially if addressed early. Treatment typically involves thorough cleaning of the ulcer, appropriate antibiotic therapy, and possibly debridement to remove dead tissue. Additionally, managing underlying conditions such as diabetes and ensuring proper foot care are crucial for healing. In some cases, advanced treatments like hyperbaric oxygen therapy may also be beneficial.
Can a leg ulcer cause diabetic retinopathy?
No. However both ulcers and retinopathy are late manifestations of Diabetes Millitus.
What is the treements for piptic ulcer and what is the disease and condition?
Treatment of peptic ulcers
What causes Milk-alkali syndrome?
It usually occurs in the treatment of peptic ulcer
When does Milk-alkali syndrome occur?
It usually occurs in the treatment of peptic ulcer
What is a crural ulcer?
Crural ulcer (due to venous insufficiency or other causes like decubitus ulcer,post DVT some prefer gentamicin for it's treatment... locally zinc hyaluronic acid can b used
What ICD code would you use for non-healing ulcer on heel in a patient with diabetes type 2?
707.07 along with the appropriate diabetic code.
What has the author Ladislav Langer written?
Ladislav Langer has written: 'Vagotomy and antropylorectomy in the surgical treatment of peptic ulcer' -- subject(s): Peptic ulcer, Surgery, Vagotomy
