Diabetic Foot Ulcers in Pakistan: A Silent Epidemic?—A Meta‐Analysis of Observational Studies
This meta-analysis provides a comprehensive estimate of the prevalence of DFUs, highlighting regional and gender differences. The findings show a significant increasing trend over time, emphasizing the growing burden of this condition. These results highlight the need for targeted prevention strategies and improved management of DFUs.
Authors
- Mohammad Esmaeelzadeh (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9643-3323)
- Simin Sharafi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2288-695X)
- Kainat Asmat
- Reza Ghanei Gheshlagh
Institutions
- Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences (IR)
- Biruni University (TR)
- Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University (PK)
- Birjand University of Medical Sciences (IR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
- Published
- 2025-12-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1002/jfa2.70117
- Primary Topic
- Diabetic Foot Ulcer Assessment and Management
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00