Reusable fiberglass and polyester combined total contact cast system for treatment of plantar diabetic foot ulcers: efficacy and cost-effectiveness
The reusable fiberglass and polyester TCC system is a practical and cost-effective option for diabetic foot ulcers, offering outcomes similar to traditional TCCs. Continued use is recommended, with future research focusing on improving patient adherence and optimizing comfort in hybrid designs.
Authors
- Hande Cengiz Açıl (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1351-4185)
- Alper Erkin (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6144-3727)
- Th. Eberlein
- Taner Demirci (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9579-4530)
- Ayşe Çelik Yılmaz
Institutions
- Sakarya University (TR)
- Sakarya Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi (TR)
- Barmherzige Schwestern vom heiligen Kreuz (AT)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Endocrinology
- Published
- 2025-09-22
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fendo.2025.1674774
- Primary Topic
- Diabetic Foot Ulcer Assessment and Management
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00