Vascular evaluation and arterial reconstruction of the diabetic foot
Sumpio BE, Lee T, Blume PA. Vascular evaluation and arterial reconstruction of the diabetic foot. Clinics In Podiatric Medicine And Surgery 2003, 20: 689-708. PMID: 14636033, DOI: 10.1016/s0891-8422(03)00088-0.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsInfected footDiabetic footLimb salvageNon-invasive vascular studiesCardiovascular risk factor managementAggressive multidisciplinary approachAggressive surgical drainagePalpable pedal pulsesLimb-threatening ischemiaPeripheral vascular diseaseRisk factor managementLower extremity revascularizationStandard clinical evaluationPrimary care providersCumulative limb salvageEvidence of infectionHigh-risk groupBlood glucose controlHigh-risk populationComplex clinical problemAbsent pulsesAggressive drainageIschemic ulcerationPedal bypassPedal pulses