Development of a mobile application for post-care management of patients with diabetic foot

Abstract

Diabetes mellitus is a clinical syndrome which is characterized by the presence of hyperglycemia. Long-term hyperglycemia is responsible for diabetes-specific ‘microvascular’ and ‘macrovascular’ complications. The feet are especially vulnerable to diabetes as there may be a loss of protective sensation, inadequate blood supply, or both which lead to ulceration. This is the most common cause for recurrent hospital admission for patients with diabetes which carries a heavy burden for the healthcare system. To prevent this, proper post-care management is needed for diabetic foot and glycemic control by providing proper communication between patients and healthcare professionals through a mobile application.