Bone Debridement
Removing only the infected bone while keeping the foot's structure and function, in India.
Bone debridement for the diabetic foot in India is the surgical removal of infected or dead bone, usually caused by osteomyelitis under an ulcer, while carefully preserving the healthy bone and structure, so the infection is cleared without resorting to a larger amputation. At Elegance Diabetic Foot & Ulcer Clinic (EDFC) it is performed by Dr. Ashutosh Shah (M.S., M.Ch., 22+ years) in Surat, Gujarat and Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh.
Why Bone Debridement Matters
When infection reaches the bone, antibiotics alone may not clear it. Removing just the infected bone can cure the infection while keeping a functional foot. The IWGDF 2023 guidelines support conservative bone surgery as a limb-preserving option for diabetic foot osteomyelitis.
What Bone Debridement Involves
- Confirming the extent of bone infection with an MRI and tests.
- Surgically removing the infected or dead bone under anaesthesia.
- Taking bone samples for culture to target antibiotics.
- Preserving surrounding healthy bone and the foot’s shape.
- Combining surgery with targeted osteomyelitis management.
Who Needs Bone Debridement
- People with confirmed bone infection under an ulcer.
- Those whose bone infection has not cleared with antibiotics.
- Patients with dead bone visible on imaging.
- Anyone being treated to avoid a larger amputation.
Why Choose EDFC and Dr. Ashutosh Shah
EDFC is India’s first chain of clinics dedicated to diabetic foot care, and because Dr. Ashutosh Shah is a reconstructive surgeon, bone is removed precisely to cure infection while protecting function. Where more is needed, it links to osteomyelitis surgery.
What to Expect
After surgery, targeted antibiotics continue and the wound is managed until healed. Removing the infected bone often shortens the total course of treatment and improves the chance of saving the foot.
Book a Bone Debridement Consultation
Clear bone infection without losing the foot. Message us on WhatsApp (+91 83205 00350) or book a consultation with Dr. Shah in Surat or Vizianagaram.
This page is educational and does not replace an in-person diagnosis. Please have any suspected bone infection assessed by a qualified specialist.