Introduction Advances in microsurgery have broadened the scope of reconstructive solutions available for the closure of chronic lower extremity wounds. Pedicled muscle flaps and free tissue transfer offer high rates of limb salvage for patients who might otherwise be subject…
Introduction The diabetic foot is a detrimental condition experienced by diabetic patients secondary to a complex combination of pathophysiological mechanisms. Once established, the diabetic foot is difficult to treat, with the most definitive treatment being major amputation of the affected…
SYNOPSIS Functional limb salvage mandates a multidisciplinary team approach that comprises vascular surgery, plastic surgery, foot and ankle surgery, infectious disease, general medicine, endocrinologist, rheumatology, physical therapy, pedorthotist, and prosthetist. A successful functional limb salvage is one that restores function…