title: Deep soft-tissue infections in diabetic patients.
abstract: A wide range of soft-tissue infections can occur in diabetic patients, the consequences of which can be devastating. Early recognition and intervention, which may involve both surgical and medical approaches, can improve clinical outcomes.
authors.affiliation: Lahey Clinic, Burlington, Massachusetts, USA.
authors.forename: D E
authors.initials: DE
authors.lastname: Sentochnik
mesh_terms: D048909:Diabetes Complications; D005208:Fasciitis / Q000209:etiology; D005734:Gangrene / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009091:Mucormycosis / Q000209:etiology; D009220:Myositis / Q000209:etiology; D009336:Necrosis; D015917:Penile Prosthesis / Q000009:adverse effects; D018461:Soft Tissue Infections / Q000209:etiology*