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Leicester researchers debuted major new insights on multiple long-term conditions at global diabetes event

A trio of pioneering review papers published in The Lancet that offer fresh perspectives on cardiometabolic multiple long-term conditions (MLTCs or multimorbidity) has been unveiled on the internation...

Nomogram model demonstrates ‘good ability’ to predict multidrug-resistant bacterial infections in diabetic foot (DF) wounds

The development of a predictive model which provides early identification of multidrug-resistant bacterial infections in diabetic foot wounds has “significant clinical implications” and could allow fo...

Case series finds negative pressure wound therapy ‘consistently’ supported wound stabilisation in severe DFU

A case series which looked at the management of four frail, septic patients with severe diabetic foot ulcers found that negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) “consistently supported wound stabilisati...

International speakers lined up for global diabetic foot care webinar

A panel of international clinicians and researchers will explore the future directions of multidisciplinary diabetic foot care and research at a free online webinar next week. Hosted by King’s Diabeti...

EDFN National Conference 2026 – Listen now

A recording of this year’s EDFN National Conference is now available for those who missed the live event. A panel of expert speakers discussed a range of hot topics in lower limb, including the ...

Meet the speaker: Matt Mee

Matt Mee, a Specialist Registrar in Podiatric Surgery, will examine the case for ‘positive’ amputation during what is set to be an engaging debate at the EDFN National Conference, ‘Amputation or limb ...

Meet the speaker: Mr Mark J Portou

Difficult cases and triggers to amputation will be explored by Consultant Vascular Surgeon Mr Mark J Portou at this year’s EDFN National Conference on May 8. His session will cover: Understanding the ...

Meet the speaker: Lauren Joseph

A specialist physiotherapist in amputee rehab will address delegates at this year’s EDFN National Conference on May 8. Lauren Joseph, who has worked with amputee patients for 13 years, will deliver th...

Meet the speaker: Catherine Bewsey

One important topic being covered at this year’s EDFN National Conference is how conversations about amputation can impact mental health, which will be delivered by chartered counselling psychologist,...