IWGDF Guidelines 2023 Update

Overview

• The 2023 IWGDF Guidelines are now available for download.
• Provides comprehensive guidance on various aspects of diabetic foot care.
• Updates are planned for 2027.

Guidelines and Chapters

Practical Guidelines (2023 Update)

• Practical guidance for managing diabetic foot issues.
• To be updated again in 2027.
• Download Practical Guidelines

Prevention Guideline (2023 Update)

• Focuses on preventive measures for diabetic foot complications.
• Update scheduled for 2027.
• Download Prevention Guideline

Classification Guideline (2023 Update)

• Covers classification of diabetes-related foot ulcers.
• Download Classification Guideline

IWGDF/IDSA Infection Guideline (2023 Update)

• Provides guidelines on managing infections in diabetic feet.
• Download Infection Guideline

Intersocietal PAD Guideline (2023 Update)

• Collaborative guideline with ESVS focusing on Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD).
• [Download PAD Guideline](IWGDF website link)

Offloading Guideline (2023 Update)

• Discusses methods for offloading pressure in diabetic foot management.
• Download Offloading Guideline

Wound Healing Interventions Guideline (2023 Update)

• Focuses on interventions for wound healing in diabetic feet.
• Download Wound Healing Guideline

Charcot’s Neuro-osteo-arthropathy (2023 Update)

• New chapter on diagnosis and management of Charcot's condition.
• Download Charcot Guideline

Development and Methodology (2023 Update)

• Describes the development process and methodology for the guidelines.

Definitions & Criteria (2023 Update)

• Establishes a common vocabulary for managing diabetic foot disease.

Conclusion

• The guidelines cover all major aspects of diabetic foot healthcare and are essential for healthcare professionals involved in diabetes management.
• Regular updates ensure integration of the latest research and practices.