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Dry gangrene-Left leg toe

2021-07-12 11:19:46
Hi, Can anyone tell me which specialist should I consult for dry gangrene in toe due to trauma and diabetes? Also , is amputation required to treat the gangrene in toe?
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Need vascular asessment
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Visit vascular surgeon

Answered2021-07-13 10:36:10

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Amputation is needed. 1st must check blood flow to that area by doing Doppler, then must check sugar levels, creatine, 2D echo.
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must go to near by hospital where general surgeon or vascular surgeon available
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Answered2021-07-12 16:36:12

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It needs evaluation of arterial system Amputation will prevent further infection
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visit a surgeon

Answered2021-07-12 14:26:07

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