Diabetic muscle necrosis

J Diabetes Complications. 2008 Mar-Apr;22(2):150-2. doi: 10.1016/j.jdiacomp.2006.09.003.

Abstract

We report on the case of a patient with diabetic myonecrosis. We remind clinicians of this underdiagnosed condition and discuss the pathophysiology, diagnosis, management, and prognosis of this disabling condition.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Diabetes Complications / pathology
  • Diabetes Complications / physiopathology*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infarction / pathology*
  • Leg / blood supply
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Middle Aged
  • Muscle, Skeletal / pathology*
  • Muscular Diseases / pathology*
  • Necrosis