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Locations of DFU (% of the patients)
| Location of DFU | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Toe |
44.5 |
| Dorsum of foot |
14.2 |
| Plantar aspect |
10.9 |
| Heel |
4.6 |
| Shank |
4.5 |
| Site of previous surgery |
2.9 |
| Malleoles |
2.7 |
| Between toes |
1.9 |
| Lateral or medial aspects of foot |
1.3 |
| Ankle |
1 |
| More than one location | 11.3 |
DFU: Diabetic foot ulcer.
