Publications by authors named "A B Gatt"
Diabetic Foot Amputations: Engagement Still Needed to Improve Outcomes.
Int J Low Extrem Wounds
January 2025
Hearing loss is the most common sensory impairment globally and can affect all ages. It can be classified into two categories, conductive and sensorineural, though both conditions may coexist. Various causes may be responsible for hearing loss including congenital, infectious, inflammatory and neoplastic.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFScreening for Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy: Subjective Versus Objective Measures.
Int J Low Extrem Wounds
November 2024
This study compared subjective screening modalities recommended in diabetic foot screening guidelines for the detection of diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) with an objective measure, the NC-Stat DPNCheck. We assessed 63 participants (mean age 54.5 years ± 10.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFArticle Synopsis
- Diabetes-related foot ulcers are a major health issue, largely caused by peripheral neuropathy, leading to the study's focus on how these conditions impact lower limb movement during walking.
- The research involved 80 participants divided into four groups based on their diabetes-related conditions and analyzed their walking patterns using 3D gait analysis.
- Results showed significant changes in joint movements for those with active or historical ulcers, indicating the need for personalized management strategies for diabetic patients to prevent ulcers.
Background: The role of anticoagulation in ovarian vein thrombosis (OVT) is uncertain.
Objectives: We aimed to evaluate safety and efficacy of anticoagulant treatment in OVT patients.
Methods: A systematic search was conducted in MEDLINE, EMBASE, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials databases up to April 2024.