Nevers

Diabetic foot ulcer DFU is a common and serious complication in people with diabetes, often leading to lower-limb amputation and linked to decreased quality of life and increased health care costs. This research aims to better understand why patients with DFU have a higher risk of premature death, exploring factors beyond cardiovascular disease such as inflammation, infections, and cancers. The study is a prospective, observational, multi-center cohort conducted in France. Adults with diabetes and DFU will be followed for up to 5 years to measure outcomes including mortality rates, causes of death, and prognostic factors. The study will include a 3-year enrollment period starting in 2020. Researchers will also assess changes in health-related quality of life and the economic burden of DFU using healthcare claims data. Participants will be monitored regularly over 5 years or until death. Researchers will collect data on survival without active or recurrent DFU, major limb and vascular events, and overall health status. The study will provide important data on the course of DFU and its impact on patients lives and health care systems.