A qualitative exploration of the experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people using a real-time video-based telehealth service for diabetes-related foot disease

• Main Authors: Kristin Graham (Author), Katrina Fitzpatrick (Author), Joseph Agius (Author), Cathy Loughry (Author), Emilee Ong (Author), Neil McMillan (Author), Kate Gunn (Author), Robert Fitridge (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: James Cook University, 2024-02-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Introduction: Diabetes-related foot disease (DFD) is one of the most prevalent causes of global hospitalisation and morbidity, and it accounts for up to 75% of lower-extremity amputations globally. The 5-year mortality rate following any amputation ranges from 53% to 100%. Early identification of wo...