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Does Catheter Removal Cause Osteomyelitis In A Diabetic?
Can a diabetic recieve osteomelitis from the removal of a cather. The individual endure another surgery replacing the old cather with old parts and new parts. He accumulated and infection in his spine which affect the other parts of his body such as walking, bathing, eating he is so very helpless. I assist with his needs. I really need an answer.
Mon, 18 Mar 2019
Hello,
The epidural catheter can cause osteomyelitis, especially in a diabetic patient. However, urinary catheter does not cause osteomyelitis. Once the osteomyelitis has been diagnosed, high-end antibiotics have to be stated according to pus culture reports.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
The epidural catheter can cause osteomyelitis, especially in a diabetic patient. However, urinary catheter does not cause osteomyelitis. Once the osteomyelitis has been diagnosed, high-end antibiotics have to be stated according to pus culture reports.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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