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Diabetic foot surgery refers to surgical procedures performed to treat complications in the feet caused by diabetes mellitus, particularly poor circulation, nerve damage (neuropathy), and chronic infections or ulcers. These complications can lead to serious conditions like gangrene, osteomyelitis (bone infection), and deformities, requiring medical or surgical intervention to prevent limb loss. 🔍 Why Diabetic Foot Surgery May Be Needed Common Reasons: Non-healing foot ulcers Infected wounds or abscesses Osteomyelitis (bone infection) Gangrene or tissue death Charcot foot (joint/bone deformity due to nerve damage) Severe cellulitis or spreading infection Necrotizing fasciitis (life-threatening soft tissue infection) 🛠️ Types of Diabetic Foot Surgery 1. Debridement Removal of dead tissue, infected tissue, or foreign material. Encourages wound healing and prevents spread of infection. 2. Abscess Drainage Surgical drainage of pus-filled infections in soft tissues. 3. Bone Surgery Partial bone removal (e.g., metatarsal head resection) if bone is infected. Amputation (toe, foot, or part of leg) if infection is uncontrollable or circulation is severely impaired. 4. Reconstructive Surgery Used in Charcot foot to correct deformities. Tendon lengthening or transfer to relieve pressure and promote healing. 5. Revascularization Procedures Restores blood flow using bypass surgery or angioplasty (may be done before or instead of foot surgery to save tissue). For Consultation Contact Dr Sarveshwar Reddy

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