Publications by authors named "Joseph M Shama"
The diabetic foot risks profile in Selebi Phikwe Government Hospital, Botswana.
Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med
October 2014
Article Synopsis
- The study assessed the distribution of diabetic foot risk categories among patients at Selebi Phikwe Government Hospital's diabetic clinic, following IWGDF guidelines, while also investigating factors like age, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels that could influence risk progression.
- A total of 144 patient records were reviewed, revealing that the majority (85%) were classified in the lowest risk category, with only 15% in higher-risk groups for diabetic foot complications.
- Age showed a significant relationship with increased risk levels, indicating that older patients were more likely to be categorized into higher diabetic foot risk categories.