What Is Erysipelas?
10. Surgery
If the heart’s valves have been damaged enough then they might need repairing or replacing altogether. Surgery might also be deemed necessary if the infection has resulted in blood clots in the circulatory system. Surgery might also be performed if the condition has resulted in gangrene.
Surgery for gangrene will generally involve removing dead tissues. This is necessary in order to help prevent the spread of the gangrene infection. In extreme cases, it might even be necessary to perform an amputation. Gangrene is an extremely serious condition and the patient will likely die if suitable treatment is not found in time.
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