Diabetic Foot Infections

Question 1

when should you definitely put patients on antibiotics?

Answer 1

based on severity of infection and culture results

Question 2

mild infections should be treated how long?

Answer 2

1-2 wks of abx therapy

Question 3

moderate to severe infections should be treated for how long?

Answer 3

2-4 wks

Question 4

what is the gold standard for diagnosing osteomyelitis?

Answer 4

bone biopsy