Gap analysis of diabetes-related foot disease management systems in Pacific Islands Countries and Territories
Abstract Background Pacific Island Countries and Territories (PICTs) are known to have high prevalence of Diabetes Mellitus and high incidence of diabetes-related foot disease. Diabetes-related foot disease can lead to lower limb amputation and is associated with poor outcomes, with increased morbid...
Main Authors: | Kay Y. Hon, Neil McMillan, Robert A. Fitridge |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2024-03-01
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Series: | BMC Health Services Research |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12913-024-10768-9 |
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