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Conventional treatments, including blood sugar control, wound debridement, and standard dressings, have shown limited efficacy in achieving complete healing. Recent advancements have introduced novel therapeutic approaches such as stem cell therapy, exosome-based treatments, and bioengineered scaffolds to accelerate wound healing and tissue regeneration. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), particularly adipose-derived stem cells (ASCs), exhibit anti-inflammatory, pro-angiogenic, and immunomodulatory properties, enhancing wound repair. Additionally, exosomes derived from ASCs have demonstrated the ability to promote fibroblast proliferation, regulate inflammation, and stimulate angiogenesis. The integration of bioengineered scaffolds, including hydrogels, hyaluronic acid (HA), or micro-fragmented adipose tissue (MFAT), offers improved drug delivery mechanisms and a controlled healing environment. These scaffolds have been successfully utilized to deliver stem cells, growth factors, antioxidants, anti-glycation end products, anti-inflammatory and anti-diabetic drugs, or antimicrobial agents, further improving DFU outcomes. This review highlights the potential of combining novel 3D scaffolds with anti-diabetic drugs to enhance DFU treatment, reduce amputation rates, and improve patients\u2019 quality of life. 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