Mohammad Taghi Ashoobi

1 INTRODUCTION Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder with a growing global burden.1 Diabetes prevalence for all age groups worldwide is estimated to rise from 2.8% in 2000 to 4.4% in 2030.2 Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are one of the most critical chronic complications of diabetes and the leading risk factor for non-traumatic lower-extremity amputations.3 The global prevalence of DFUs is estimated to be 6.3%.4 DFUs contribute significantly to patient mortality.

Loading metrics Open Access Peer-reviewed Research Article Citation: Ashoobi MT, Hemmati H, Moayerifar M, Moayerifar M, Gholipour M, Motiei M, et al. (2024) The role of diabetic foot treatment in improving left ventricular function: Insights from global longitudinal strain echocardiography. PLoS ONE 19(3): e0299887.

Abstract Background Hydatid cysts are fluid-filled sacs containing immature forms of parastic tapeworms of the genus Echinococcus. The most prevalent and serious complication of hydatid disease is intrabiliary rupture, also known as cystobiliary fistulae. In this study, a sporadic case of biliary obstruction, cholangitis, and septicemia is described secondary to hydatid cyst rupture into the common bile duct and intraperitoneal cavity.