Enhancing Outpatient Wound Care: Applying AI to Optimize Treatment of Patients with Diabetic Foot Syndrome - The EPWUF-KI Project

Abstract

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a significant public health issue in Germany, affecting 8 million individuals, with projections suggesting a substantial increase in the following years. Diabetic Foot Syndrome (DFS), leading to mobility issues and limb amputations, challenging healthcare due to resource shortages and the need for specialized care. The EPWUF-KI project seeks to support outpatient caregivers by incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into DFS wound care, focusing on optimizing treatment and automating documentation.

Keywords: Diabetic foot syndrome; artificial intelligence; chronic wounds; e-health; outpatient wound care; sensor-assisted wound therapy; telemedicine.