Clinical Trial: Diabetic Foot Infection Antibiotic Study

Study Status: Terminated
Recruit Status: Terminated
Study Type: Interventional




Official Title: Surgical Management of Diabetic Foot Infections - The Role of Post-Operative Antibiotics

Brief Summary: This is a pilot study to explore the effects of long-course versus short course antibiotics on wound healing in surgically managed diabetic foot infections. Hypothesis: Diabetic Foot Infections (DFIs) are best managed with an early aggressive surgical approach and short term antibiotic use. Post-operative prolonged antibiotic use increases costs and resource utilization without improving outcomes.