- TEWL measurement may predict the likelihood of recurrent diabetic foot ulcers.
- High TEWL levels correspond to a 2.7 times greater risk of developing a recurrent ulcer.
- Diabetic foot ulcers are common among individuals with peripheral neuropathy.
- Integrating TEWL measurement into routine wound care protocols may reduce ulcer recurrence and associated risks.
Source: National Institutes of Health
