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The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast
#410 Diabetic Foot Infections
Oct 2, 2023
Explore the diagnosis and treatment of diabetic foot infections, including risk stratification, vascular evaluations, and the importance of noninvasive studies. Learn about the challenges in assessing infections, starting antibiotics, and the use of oral antibiotics for serious infections. Discover treatment and management strategies, the significance of diabetes control, and the infectious disease specialty.
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- Diabetic foot infections can be classified based on severity and risk factors, influencing treatment decisions.
- Vascular evaluation is crucial in managing diabetic foot infections, assessing perfusion and guiding treatment choices.
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Classification and Risk Stratification of Diabetic Foot Infections
Diabetic foot infections can be classified based on the severity, ranging from mild to severe. Factors like the size of the wound, presence of systemic inflammation, and depth of infection determine the classification. Additionally, it's important to consider the patient's risk factors, such as peripheral arterial disease and neuropathy, which can further complicate the infection.
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