Why Do Diabetics Get Their Legs Cut Off
How long do diabetics survive following amputation of a leg? Mortality after amputation varies from 13 to 40 percent in one year, 35 to 65 percent in three years, and 39 to 80 percent in five years, which is worse than most cancers. 7 Consequently, amputation-free survival is crucial when evaluating the therapy of diabetic …