Feces from endangered species could possibly aid in treating diabetic foot ulcers, advancing the treatment considerably, writes David G. Armstrong, DPM, MD, PhD.
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While research is ongoing and clinical trials have not yet begun, the preliminary results are overwhelmingly promising. Phages isolated from the feces could potentially be incorporated into dressings for ulcers, creating a novel treatment modality that is both effective and cost-saving. The research conducted at the University of Sheffield also serves as a powerful argument for a One Health approach — a multidisciplinary field focusing on the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health.
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