Gangrene
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Gangrene is the death of a body tissue, usually due to an interruption of blood flow or a serious infection. It most often affects the extremities, such as fingers, feet, or hands, although it can occur in other areas.
Warning signs: a change in skin color to dark or bluish tones, coldness of the area, pain followed by loss of sensation and, in some cases, a foul odor or discharge. This is a situation that demands prompt attention.
Which specialist treats it? The vascular surgeon and the angiologist evaluate the circulatory component, while the general surgeon steps in when needed. At any of these signs, seeking immediate professional evaluation is the most sensible way to protect the affected tissue.
Data on 676 doctors who treat gangrene
Which specialist treats gangrene?
Gangrene is a medical emergency that needs immediate care from a general surgeon, who will assess the extent of the affected tissue; a vascular surgeon may be involved if blood circulation is compromised, and an orthopedist may help if bones or joints are affected. Find these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in gangrene
Dr. Rafael Reynaga Martinez
Dr. Carlos Lozano Márquez
Dr. Armando Alvarez Martínez
Dr. Javier Baldizon Recio
Dr. Jaime Dante Hernandez Mendoza
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Francisco Javier Caballero Garcia
Dr. Raul Humberto Cavazos Caudillo
Dr. Hector Francisco Gaytan Osuna
Dr. Carlos Enrique Garcia Estrella
Dr. Luis Fernando Gonzalez Alatorre
Dr. Alberto Guevara Alvarez
Dr. Pablo Robles Perez
Dr. José Manuel Hernández Campos
Dr. Roberto Romero Torres
Dr. Cristian Rivera Reyes
Dr. Jorge Alberto Leyva Medellín
Dr. Carlos Ricardo Rueda Alvarado
Dr. Carlos Elias Bistre Ramirez
Dr. José Mario Dorantes Rodríguez
Frequently asked questions
What is gangrene?
Gangrene is the death of a body tissue, usually due to an interruption of blood flow or a serious infection. It most often affects the extremities, such as fingers, feet, or hands, although it can occur in other areas.
Which doctor treats gangrene?
Gangrene is a medical emergency that needs immediate care from a general surgeon, who will assess the extent of the affected tissue; a vascular surgeon may be involved if blood circulation is compromised, and an orthopedist may help if bones or joints are affected. Find these specialists.