Presence of Microangiopathy in Type 2 Diabetic Patients Present to Surgical OPD in a Tertiary Care Institute

Dr. Felix John Joseph, Dr. Ganesh Kumar P, Dr. Mathiyazhagan B

Abstract: This observational study explores the association between diabetic foot ulcers DFUs and microangiopathy among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus T2DM in a rural medical setting. A total of 100 participants, comprising both diabetic and hyperlipidemic patients, were evaluated using the Ankle Brachial Index ABI to detect peripheral arterial disease PAD. While the study found no statistically significant correlation between the presence of DFUs and microangiopathy, it identified a significant relationship between the duration of diabetes and the development of microangiopathic complications. The findings highlight the importance of early diagnosis through ABI and underscore the need for timely interventions to prevent severe outcomes such as lowerlimb amputation. Proper management of blood glucose and early identification of vascular complications remain critical for improving patient outcomes in diabetes care.

Keywords: Type 2 diabetes mellitus, diabetic foot ulcer, microangiopathy, ankle brachial index, peripheral arterial disease