A PROSPECTIVE STUDY OF ROLE OF PAPAYA (CARICA PAPAYA) DRESSING IN THE MANAGEMENT OF DIABETIC ULCER IN A TERTIARY HOSPITAL

Abstract

Background: Diabetic foot ulcers are among the most common complications of patients who have uncontrolled diabetes mellitus. Around 15% to 25% of patients with diabetes mellitus will develop a diabetic foot ulcer during their lifetime. This study assesses the effect of papaya dressing in the management of diabetic foot ulcer