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Creation of a predictive model for major limb amputation risk in individuals with diabetic foot ulcers

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  • Qingwei Lu

  • Xiaolu Wei

  • Wangao Zhang

  • Jun Wang

  • March 5, 2026

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    Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are a major cause of non-traumatic lower extremity amputation, accounting for 85% of such cases annually.

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    The study aims to develop a predictive model to assess the risk of major amputation in DFU patients, enhancing clinical decision-making.

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    A retrospective cohort study was conducted using data from the First Teaching Hospital of Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

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    Twenty-two candidate predictive variables were identified to evaluate the risk of major amputation in DFU patients.

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    The model seeks to identify high-risk patients for major amputation, aiming to improve quality of life and reduce healthcare costs.

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Creation of a predictive model for major limb amputation risk in individuals with diabetic foot ulcers

  • by Qingwei Lu, Xiaolu Wei, Wangao Zhang, Jun Wang

  • March 5, 2026

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