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Case #9 -
A 62 year-old man with pain and swelling of foot

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
1.) What additional history is needed?  Answer 
2.) What other findings should you look for on physical examination?  Answer 
3.) What laboratory tests should you order?  Answer 
4.) Are any imaging studies needed?  Answer 
5.) What is the pathophysiology in diabetic foot infections?  Answer 
6.) How can the arterial blood supply be assessed?  Answer 
7.) What is the medical management of this patient?  Answer 
8.) What is the surgical management of this patient?  Answer 
9.) How can such infections be prevented?  Answer 
10.) When should vascular reconstruction be considered?  Answer 
 
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