Template:Gangrene general info

A form of tissue necrosis characterized by critically insufficient blood supply leading to tissue death.
Primarily divided into wet gangrene vs dry gangrene. Other, specific forms of gangrene include Fournier's gangrene, gas gangrene, and necrotizing fasciitis.
Most commonly occur in distal extremities, clasically the feet.
Main risk factors are diabetes, smoking, and peripheral arterial disease.
Mainstays of treatment include surgical debridement and antibiotics.