Ending surgical site infection by negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT): A case report

Diabetic foot ulcer: Successful healing with combination therapy, including surgical debridement, maggot therapy, and negative pressure wound therapy

“…The treatment of DFUs is complex and requires a multifaceted approach that addresses the underlying causes of the ulcer, such as peripheral neuropathy and peripheral arterial disease, as well as the wound itself. One promising treatment approach for DFUs is the combination of sharp debridement, maggot therapy, and silver bandages [ 6 ].…”

“…This helps to promote healing and prevent further infection [ 5 ]. While this procedure may sound painful, it is typically performed under local anesthesia and is generally well-tolerated by patients [ 6 ]. Moreover, maggot therapy, also known as larval therapy, involves the use of medical-grade maggots to clean and debride the ulcer [ 3 ].…”

Surgical debridement and maggot debridement therapy (MDT) bring the light of hope to patients with diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs): A case report

“…Diabetes mellitus is one of the most influential chronic conditions in which blood sugar levels rise abnormally [2] . There are a variety of complications with diabetes that can broadly affect the physical, personal, and even social aspects of life [4] .…”

“…The incidence of diabetes has a fast incremental trend in low- and middle-income societies. Around 25 % of the total diabetic population will develop a diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) during their lifespan [2] . Infection is one of the most important factors derived from DFU complications, which can significantly influence revenue across communities and countries [3] .…”

Fighting diabetic foot ulcer by combination therapy, including larva therapy, Medi honey ointment, and silver alginate dressings: A case report

“…They also have antimicrobial properties that help control infection [ 4 ]. Larva therapy has been shown to be effective in promoting wound healing and reducing bacterial burden in several studies [ 6 ].…”