Diabetic major amputation in <scp>F</scp>ar <scp>N</scp>orth <scp>Q</scp>ueensland 1998–2008: What is the <scp>G</scp>ap for <scp>I</scp>ndigenous patients?

Abstract

Indigenous patients with renal disease living in remote communities are at higher risk of developing limb-threatening diabetic foot complications. Further improvements in self-care, diabetes management and foot-care are required to reduce major amputation rates, particularly for those residing in remote areas.