Ways To Treat And Prevent Gangrene

Surgical Debridement

Surgical debridement is the process of cutting out infected and dead tissue in a wound. This technique prevents gangrene from spreading to other areas of the body and lets the healthy tissue around the treated area to heal. It is also known as sharp debridement because it involves the use of a sharp tool, like a scalpel or scissors, for removal. It is considered the fastest and most efficient way of debridement to treat gangrene. The process of debridement is straightforward. The doctor cleans the targeted area with a saline solution and then applies topical anesthesia around the borders of the wound. Then the doctor removes the necrotic tissue with forceps and a sharp medical instrument. Surgical debridement may need to be repeated several times and is a method of treatment most patients tolerate well.

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