* The neuropatic lesion is a late evolution of the diabetes mellitus. It happens alteration of the sensibility in the extremity of distal limbs. The self-discipline when evaluating the feet can avoid serious complications. It is indicated the use of orthopedic footwear and other objects that can protect the areas of larger pressure. In this ambit the podologous and of the technician and prosthesis assumes great importance.
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The hyperbaric oxygentherapy (HBO) can be useful in the treatment of refractory lesions of neuropathic origin, because it improves the microcirculation of the affected area, it is effective in the control of the infection and it accelerates the formation of the granulation tissue. |
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