Fatores relacionados ao desenvolvimento de úlceras em pacientes com Diabetes Mellitus Factors related to the development of ulcers in patients with Diabetes Mellitus

Abstract

Fatores relacionados ao desenvolvimento de úlceras em pacientes com Diabetes Mellitus ABSTRACTObjective: To identify factors related to the development of ulcers in the lower limbs of insulin-dependent users residing in the city of São José de Mipibu/RN. Method: Quantitative research; we obtained data thought interview followed by static inspection and application of Semmes-Weinstein monofilaments to assess the threshold of plantar tactile sensitivity. The Ethics Committee of the Potiguar University of Natal/RN approved this research, under the Certificate of Presentation for Ethical Consideration number 0037.0.052.000-11. Results: The age range was 21-72 years old; 68.4% were female; 63.3% were living in urban areas. We can highlight as factors related to development of ulcers in the lower limbs: sedentary lifestyle (71.6%), hypertension (65%) and a history of cardiovascular disease (56.7%). In the evaluation of the feet, 26.7% had dry skin; 15% had scaly skin; 38.3%, farinaceous nails; 30%, thickened nails and 35%, dermatitis. Regarding the tactile sensitivity, 18.3% had anesthesia of the affected limb. Conclusion: The data suggests that this population is likely to develop more severe and disabling complications of Diabetes Mellitus.Descriptors: Nursing; Diabetes Mellitus; Diabetic Foot. Nurse from the Potiguar University of Natal (UNP). Natal/RN, Brazil. E-mail: iluskagt@hotmail.com. Nurse from the Potiguar University of Natal (UNP). Natal/RN, Brazil. E-mail: jujusouto@yahoo.com.br. Nurse. Master in Nursing. Professor at the Potiguar University of Natal (UNP). Natal/RN, Brazil. E-mail: nicelha@yahoo.com.br.

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