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Factors related to the development of ulcers in patients with Diabetes Mellitus
Fatores relacionados ao desenvolvimento de úlceras em pacientes com Diabetes Mellitus
Factores relacionados al desarrollo de úlceras en pacientes con Diabetes Mellitus
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Abstract Objective: To identify factors related to the development of ulcers in the lower limbs of insulin-dependent users
residing in the city of São José de Mipibu/RN. Method: Quantitative research; we obtained data thought interview
followed by static inspection and application of Semmes-Weinstein monof... view more
Objective: To identify factors related to the development of ulcers in the lower limbs of insulin-dependent users
residing in the city of São José de Mipibu/RN. Method: Quantitative research; we obtained data thought interview
followed by static inspection and application of Semmes-Weinstein monofilaments to assess the threshold of
plantar tactile sensitivity. The Ethics Committee of the Potiguar University of Natal/RN approved this research,
under the Certificate of Presentation for Ethical Consideration number 0037.0.052.000-11. Results: The age
range was 21-72 years old; 68.4% were female; 63.3% were living in urban areas. We can highlight as factors
related to development of ulcers in the lower limbs: sedentary lifestyle (71.6%), hypertension (65%) and a
history of cardiovascular disease (56.7%). In the evaluation of the feet, 26.7% had dry skin; 15% had scaly skin;
38.3%, farinaceous nails; 30%, thickened nails and 35%, dermatitis. Regarding the tactile sensitivity, 18.3% had
anesthesia of the affected limb. Conclusion: The data suggests that this population is likely to develop more
severe and disabling complications of Diabetes Mellitus.... view less
Classification
Medicine, Social Medicine
Free Keywords
Nursing; Diabetes Mellitus; Diabetic Foot
Document language
English
Publication Year
2016
Page/Pages
p. 4929-4934
Journal
Revista de Pesquisa: Cuidado é Fundamental Online, 8 (2016) 4
DOI
https://doi.org/10.9789/2175-5361.2016.v8i4.4929-4934
ISSN
2175-5361
Status
Published Version; peer reviewed