Amputation in Diabetic Foot Ulcer and Infection.
10.14193/jkfas.2014.18.1.8
- Author:
Seung Hwan HAN
1
;
Young Chang PARK
Author Information
1. Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. osmedic@yuhs.ac
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Diabetic foot;
Ulcer;
Infection;
Amputation
- MeSH:
Amputation*;
Diabetic Foot*;
Extremities;
Foot;
Humans;
Ulcer*
- From:Journal of Korean Foot and Ankle Society
2014;18(1):8-13
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
Amputation of diabetic foot ulcer and infection is a critical modality for saving a patient's life from life threatening infections or ischemic limbs. However, it can cause serious handicaps or complications, such as lifetime shortening and re-amputation of the other limb. The minimal amputation is the main goal of amputation in diabetic patients. However, insufficient amputation can have a harmful effect on patients. The decision of amputation is very difficult and should be made using multidisciplinary approaches. All aspects of the patient's situation, including vascular status, degree of infection, and medical conditions should be considered. The foot surgeon should keep in mind the notion that proper amputation can lead to a new life for diabetic foot patients.
