Prevention and Management of Diabetic Foot Disease 2023 Update

Screen a person with diabetes at very low risk of foot ulceration (IWGDF risk 0) annually for signs or symptoms of peripheral neuropathy and peripheral artery disease, to determine if the person is at increased risk for foot ulceration, using the IWGDF risk stratification system. (S, H)

In a person with diabetes and a foot ulcer, use the SINBAD system for communication between healthcare professionals about the characteristics of an ulcer, and clearly state the presence or absence of each of the composing variables. (Strength of recommendation: (S, L)