This document discusses a study that used next-generation DNA sequencing to analyze the microbiome of neuropathic diabetic foot ulcers. The study found that DNA sequencing identified more bacterial diversity in the ulcers than traditional cultures. DNA sequencing also showed higher microbial loads in the ulcers compared to cultures. This demonstrates that cultures underrepresent the true bacteria present in chronic wounds like diabetic foot ulcers. The study provides support for using molecular diagnostic approaches like DNA sequencing rather than solely relying on traditional cultures to identify bacteria in chronic wounds.