Scientists Develop Diagnostic Tool to Predict Diabetic Foot Ulcer Recurrence
Originally Published 7 months ago — by National Institutes of Health (NIH) (.gov)
A NIH-funded study found that measuring trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL) can predict the risk of diabetic foot ulcers reappearing after they seem healed, with higher TEWL indicating a greater likelihood of recurrence, potentially improving patient outcomes by guiding treatment decisions.