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ea0065p213 | Metabolism and Obesity | SFEBES2019

Determinants for developing foot ulcer among persons with diabetes mellitus attending outpatient clinic in a tertiary hospital in Nigeria

Olopade Oluwarotimi , Odeniyi Ifedayo , Olusanya Adedunni , Fasanmade Olufemi , Sowemimo Oluwadamilola , Akinsola Clement

Introduction: Diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) is a chronic complication not desired in individuals with Diabetes Mellitus (DM). It reduces the productivity and economic power of affected persons. Identifying risk factors leading to development of DFU is of paramount importance in preventing its occurrence.Objective: To identify risk factors for DFU in diabetes outpatient clinic of Lagos University Teaching Hospital.Method: This was a cro...