Maggot debridement therapy [MDT]: it is safe and economic for treating a diabetic foot ulcer

ABSTRACT

Diabetic foot ulcer [DFU] is the major global and devastating complication of diabetes mellitus that affects at least 20% of diabetic patients during their lifetime. This article presents an overview of the research evidence on maggot debridement therapy that serves as a guide to health professionals who may be users of this form of treatment now and in the future