Diabetic foot risk stratification systems
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The Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network (SIGN) and the National Institute for Health England (NICE) advocate the use of foot screening for the Diabetic population. Regular foot screening and appropriate action have been shown to positively influence longterm outcomes for patients.
Information on Foot Screening recommendations can be found at:
SIGN 116 Management of diabetes
NICE NG19 Diabetic foot problems
Foot risk stratification tools assist in determining the level of care and input required when treating the diabetic foot. In the UK, risk categories are based on the SCI-Diabetes risk stratification tool. Easy to use systems developed by The Scottish Foot Action Group and Diabetes UK can be found below - click on the thumbnails to access the full content:
