Knowledge and practice of foot self-care among patients with diabetes attending primary healthcare centres in Kuwait: A cross-sectional study

摘要

Diabetes mellitus is a major public health issue and is the main cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. At the time of diagnosis, many patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) have one or two risk factors for diabetic foot diseases, such as diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) and diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs). Patients can overcome such complications through good knowledge and practice of foot self-care. This study aims to evaluate the knowledge and practice of foot care among patients with diabetes mellitus attending primary healthcare centres (PHCs) in Kuwait and to identify those at risk for developing DPN.