Systematic assessment and precise intervention in nutritional management for patients with diabetic foot ulcers

doi:10.3877/cma.j.issn.1673-9450.2026.01.009

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Malnutrition is a common comorbidity in patients with diabetic foot ulcers (DUF) that significantly impairs wound healing and adversely affects patient prognosis， thereby garnering increasing clinical attention. This review aims to summarize nutritional management strategies by analyzing the epidemiological characteristics of malnutrition and its impact on wound healing. It further delves into a systematic approach to nutritional assessment， the specific roles of various macro- and micronutrients， and current nutritional intervention methods. The synthesis of these elements is intended to provide an evidence-based reference for optimizing clinical care.

Key words: Diabetic foot, Malnutrition, Nutritional support

Lei Niu, Wanli Chu, Qian Wei, Zhiyuan Shi, Chuan'an Shen. Systematic assessment and precise intervention in nutritional management for patients with diabetic foot ulcers[J]. Chinese Journal of Injury Repair and Wound Healing(Electronic Edition), 2026, 21(01): 54-57.

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