Detection of microbial pathogens colonizing foot ulcers of diabetic patients in Enugu, Nigeria
Afr. J. Clin. Exp. Microbiol; 25 (2), 2024
Background: Diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) is a major complication of diabetes mellitus (DM) which is associated with high morbidity and mortality. There is high rate of bacteria colonization especially in those with tendencies for poor wound dressing. This is accompanied by high rate of inappropriate antibio...