The Charcot Foot and Ankle - A challenging surgical management

Diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death in the USA. 0.3 to 7.5% of diabetic patients may develop a Charcot Neuroarthropathy, which may lead to amputation as a consequence of a minor foot injury. Almost 100,000 patients with diabetes will suffer an amputation each year in the USA. Up to 80% of diabetic patients are more likely to die within 5 years of having a limb amputation. However, 4 out of 5 limb amputations can be prevented. #SaveALimbSaveALife • www.orthofix.com