DIABETIC FOOT CARE RECOMMENDATIONS – PATIENT BEHAVIOURAL TRENDS
ALINA ANDREA MORARU 1#, DANIELA CARMEN ABABEI 1, ALEXANDRU VASINCU 1*, RĂZVAN NICOLAE RUSU 1#, MONICA NEAMȚU 1, OANA ARCAN 1, VLAD CONSTANTIN CRĂCIUN 3, IOANA MACADAN 1, VERONICA BILD 1,2
1Department of Pharmacodynamics and Clinical Pharmacy,”Grigore T. Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Iași
2Center for Biomedical Research, Romanian Academy, Iași Branch
3Department of Computer Science,”Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași
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The prospective observational study enrolled 67 diabetic patients to analyse their foot care behaviours and symptom reporting over 12 weeks. The research aimed to understand the adherence to healthcare recommendations provided by professionals. Participants completed a questionnaire on foot care practices and new symptoms, with all respondents filling the care section, but the symptom section was only partially completed. The study found no significant differences in foot care behaviours across various age groups, suggesting that other factors, such as comorbidities, might be more influential. The majority of patients suffered from hypertension and dyslipidaemia, with a high prevalence of cardiovascular diseases. Education level varied, with most respondents having completed high school or university. The study highlighted the importance of pharmacists in improving patient adherence due to their accessibility and expertise. The findings suggest a need for enhanced patient education and support to improve self-care and adherence to foot care recommendations, potentially reducing the risk of diabetic foot complications.