Dr.FNover 2 years ago

Diabetic foot

Management Cellulitis – Most responsive to antibiotics Deep skin and soft-tissue infections – Usually curable, but additional debridement is usually indicated Acute osteomyelitis – Infecting microorganisms and the likelihood of successful treatment with antimicrobial therapy are essentially the same as in patients without diabetes Chronic osteomyelitis – Surgical debridement is essential, in addition to antibiotics; amputation may be necessary