Abstract

Background and Objectives: The term "diabetic foot" refers to a wide range of foot problems caused by diabetes or its consequences. Patients with diabetes have a diminished quality of life due to ulceration and amputation. Peripheral vascular disease (PAD) prevalence estimates have been inconsistent and challenging to obtain. Here at our hospital, we wanted to find out how often peripheral vascular disease occurs among diabetic patients who come in with foot difficulties. Methods: The present clinical investigation was carried out at department of general surgery, Gandhi Medical College, Secunderabad. This study was done between the June 2022 to June 2023. 100 participants were included in this study. The study included all individuals with diabetes who met the specified criteria for inclusion and exclusion. Results: A prevalence rate of 38% was observed for peripheral vascular disease among those diagnosed with Diabetes Mellitus. Numerous patients have no symptoms, and the prevalence of this condition is elevated within poorer socioeconomic groups. Males exhibit a greater inclination compared to females. Incidence rises as individuals become older. The femoro-popliteal section is the most prevalent level of arterial occlusion, followed by the tibial segment. Peripheral arterial disease has a substantial impact on the outcome of diabetic foot ulcers, leading to a higher proportion of amputations in these individuals. The prevalence of coronary artery disease and cerebrovascular disease is notably elevated in individuals with diabetes and peripheral artery disease. Consequently, PAD serves as an indicator of systemic vascular illness that affects both coronary and cerebral vessels, including myocardial infarction, stroke, and mortality. Conclusion: The necessity and value of clinically palpating peripheral pulses and the ankle brachial index in the investigation of peripheral vascular disease in diabetics has been demonstrated time and time again by this and other studies.

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