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Wagner Ulcer Classification

Aka: Wagner Ulcer Classification

See Also
1. Foot Ulcer
2. University of Texas Diabetic Wound Classification
Indication
1. Evaluation of Diabetic Foot Ulcer
Background
1. Most commonly used classification system for Foot Ulcer
2. Does not distinguish lesions with ischemia or infection
  1. See University of Texas Diabetic Wound Classification
Wagner Grading System
1. Grade 1: Superficial Diabetic Ulcer
2. Grade 2: Ulcer extension
  1. Involves ligament, tendon, joint capsule or fascia
  2. No abscess or Osteomyelitis
3. Grade 3: Deep ulcer with abscess or Osteomyelitis
4. Grade 4: Gangrene to portion of forefoot
5. Grade 5: Extensive gangrene of foot
References
1. Wagner (1987) Orthopedics 10:163-72

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