Diabetic Foot & Critical Limb Ischemia Treatment in Lucknow

Diabetic foot disease and Critical Limb Ischemia (CLI) are serious vascular conditions that can lead to non-healing wounds, severe infection, gangrene, and even amputation if not treated on time. Early diagnosis and advanced minimally invasive treatment can help save the limb, improve blood flow, and promote wound healing.

Diabetic foot refers to foot problems caused by diabetes-related nerve damage and poor blood circulation. Reduced sensation in the feet can make patients unaware of cuts, wounds, or infections, which may worsen over time.

Poor blood supply due to blocked leg arteries further delays healing and increases the risk of ulcers, gangrene, and limb loss.

Diabetic foot refers to foot problems caused by diabetes-related nerve damage and poor blood circulation. Reduced sensation in the feet can make patients unaware of cuts, wounds, or infections, which may worsen over time.

Poor blood supply due to blocked leg arteries further delays healing and increases the risk of ulcers, gangrene, and limb loss.

Critical Limb Ischemia is an advanced stage of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) where blood flow to the legs becomes severely reduced. It is a limb-threatening condition that requires urgent medical attention.

CLI commonly presents with:

• Severe leg or foot pain
• Non-healing ulcers
• Blackening of toes or feet
• Gangrene
• Rest pain, especially at night
• Cold feet or discoloration

Without timely treatment, CLI may result in amputation.

You should consult a vascular specialist if you notice:

• Non-healing foot ulcers
• Foot swelling or infection
• Pain in legs while walking
• Burning sensation or numbness
• Blackened toes or gangrene
• Cold feet or skin discoloration
• Loss of sensation in feet
• Persistent wounds despite treatment

Early intervention significantly improves the chances of limb salvage.

Risk factors include:

• Diabetes mellitus
• Smoking
• High blood pressure
• High cholesterol
• Kidney disease
• Obesity
• Poor foot care
• Peripheral artery disease (PAD)

Long-standing uncontrolled diabetes is one of the leading causes of diabetic foot complications.

Minimally invasive angioplasty is performed to open blocked leg arteries and restore blood flow to the affected foot or limb.

During the procedure:

• A thin catheter is inserted through a small puncture
• Blocked arteries are widened using balloons
• Stents may be placed if required

• Improved blood circulation
• Faster wound healing
• Pain relief
• Reduced risk of amputation
• No major surgery

Advanced vascular interventions help preserve the affected limb and avoid major amputation whenever possible.

Limb salvage treatment focuses on:

• Restoring blood flow
• Controlling infection
• Promoting ulcer healing
• Preventing tissue loss

Proper diabetic wound care is essential for healing and infection control.

Treatment may include:

• Debridement
• Dressing changes
• Infection management
• Pressure offloading
• Multidisciplinary diabetic foot care

Modern interventional radiology techniques allow precise treatment of blocked blood vessels without large cuts or prolonged hospitalization.

Patients benefit from:

• Minimal pain
• Smaller punctures
• Faster recovery
• Shorter hospital stay
• Reduced surgical risk

Dr. Vrishit Saraswat specializes in advanced vascular and interventional radiology procedures focused on limb salvage and minimally invasive vascular care.

• Expertise in diabetic foot interventions
• Advanced angioplasty procedures
• Minimally invasive vascular treatment
• Personalized patient care
• Focus on limb preservation
• Modern image-guided procedures
• Faster recovery and improved outcomes

A detailed vascular evaluation helps determine the severity of arterial blockage and tissue damage.

Investigations may include:

• Doppler ultrasound
• CT angiography
• Peripheral angiography
• Blood sugar evaluation
• Wound assessment

Accurate diagnosis helps plan the most effective treatment strategy.

Delaying treatment can lead to:

• Severe infection
• Gangrene
• Tissue loss
• Major amputation
• Life-threatening complications

Early vascular intervention can save both the limb and the patient’s quality of life.

Patients with diabetes should:

• Check feet daily for cuts or wounds
• Wear comfortable footwear
• Keep blood sugar under control
• Avoid smoking
• Seek early treatment for any foot problem
• Maintain regular vascular check-ups

Preventive care plays a major role in avoiding complications.