About the Disease

A diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) is an open sore or wound that occurs in the foot of a person with diabetes. DFU is a chronic disease that affects the integumentary and circulatory systems.

Source: National Institutes of Health

Related Organizations

Diagnosis Codes

ICD-10: E08.621, E09.621, E10.621, E11.621, E13.621

  • Apply

    Get to know our grants and application process.

    Learn more

  • Advocate

    Get to know the ways PAN is advocating for healthcare access.

    Our work

  • Donate

    Help us support the millions who struggle to afford medications.

    Donate