What is Diabetic Limb Salvage?

We field a lot of questions from patients at DFW Wound Care Center, and you may be surprised that many people will ask, “What is diabetic limb salvage?” This is an incredibly important question because it can help someone dealing with diabetes save an extremity.

Experience Counts

When considering a doctor for diabetic limb salvage treatment, it will be vital that you choose someone who has lots of experience. The purpose of the treatment is to help ensure a patient has a sound foot that has no trace of an infection. It will also contribute to reducing the chances that any other limb complications will occur.

There are several risk factors associated with diabetes that can contribute to the need for limb amputation. These include peripheral neuropathy, foot ulcers, vascular disease and many others. It is important for patients undergoing limb salvage treatment to understand that this is a very challenging process that will take time and effort.

You may need a surgical procedure to remove any infected or dead tissue, as well as to eliminate some of the causes of the breakdown of tissue. That is why it is so important that you choose a skilled, experienced doctor to provide this treatment.

Why Diabetic Limb Salvage is Performed

There are several reasons for someone to undergo diabetic limb salvage. It can help a patient remain independent, reduces the chances an amputation will be needed, increases survival chances and also increases the quality of life.

If you would like more information regarding the question, “What is diabetic limb salvage?” contact the professionals with DFW Wound Care Center. Please contact us online or give us a call at 972-665-6292 in Plano, 972-318-2383 in Lewisville or 972-607-9643 to schedule an appointment in Irving. We will happily answer this or any other questions you may have, and clearly spell out all of your potential treatment options.