Management of Hospitalized Patients with Diabetic Foot Infections

Diabetic foot infections (DFIs), which present with a variety of clinical manifestations, are commonly encountered by clinicians. They are associated with a high morbidity, a high amputation rate, a high mortality, and increased health care costs. An effective management of DFIs requires a multidisciplinary approach with a strong collaboration among all involved health care providers as well as patient involvement. Diagnosing DFIs appropriately …