Peter A. Blume, DPM, FACFAS

Empiric Antibiotics: A Guide To Appropriate Use

12/30/2008

Given the challenges of selecting appropriate empiric therapy with the rise of antibiotic resistance, these authors offer a review of the literature in regard to diabetic foot infections. They offer pertinent insights on infection severity,...

Given the challenges of...

12/30/2008

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Plastic Techniques For Wound Coverage: Do You Need To Pull The Trigger?

07/23/2018

Navdeep K. Dhatt , DPM;

Trusha B. Jariwala , DPM;

Peter A. Blume , DPM, FACFAS;

When wounds fail to heal by conventional methods, plastic surgery techniques can offer viable alternatives for wound closure. Accordingly, these authors discuss the reconstructive ladder/pyramid and various types of techniques ranging from...

When wounds fail to heal by...

07/23/2018

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Point-Counterpoint: Are Bioengineered Alternative Tissues Better Than Split Thickness Skin Grafts For DFUs?

02/20/2015

Brian M. Schmidt , DPM;

Rodney Stuck , DPM;

Peter A. Blume , DPM, FACFAS;

Yes. Citing the availability, growth factor content and reduced risks in high-risk patients, this author says bioengineered alternative tissues are his first-line treatment for advanced wounds. By Rodney Stuck, DPM

Yes. Citing the availability,...

02/20/2015

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A Guide To Current And Emerging Antibiotics For MRSA

07/03/2008

Peter A. Blume , DPM, FACFAS;

Eliza Addis-Thomas , DPM;

Jonathan J. Key , DPM, FACFAS;

Staphylococcus aureus is a common pathogen that can result in everything from minor skin infections to osteomyelitis, bacteremia, endocarditis and pneumonia.1 In podiatry, infections with Staphylococcus aureus, especially methicillinresistant...

Staphylococcus aureus is a...

07/03/2008

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Emerging Advances In Lateral Ankle Stabilization

09/10/2018

Dustin Constant , DPM;

Sean Betesh , DPM;

David Caminear , DPM, FACFAS;

Jeffrey DeLott , DPM, FACFAS;

Peter A. Blume , DPM, FACFAS;

Given the common nature of lateral ankle injuries and the level of dysfunction that can result from significant injuries, these authors suggest that combining the use of semitendinosus allograft and the Broström-Gould technique could provide...

Given the common nature of...

09/10/2018

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Current Concepts In Pantalar Arthrodesis

12/30/2014

Peter A. Blume , DPM, FACFAS;

Ryan J. Donegan , DPM, MS;

Pantalar arthrodesis can be an effective limb salvage option for pathologies ranging from Charcot arthropathy to end-stage posterior tibial tendon dysfunction. Accordingly, these authors share essential pearls for the challenging procedure,...

Pantalar arthrodesis can be an...

12/30/2014

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A Guide To Cutaneous Manifestations Of Diabetes

12/03/2006

Peter A. Blume , DPM, FACFAS;

Jared T. Wilkinson , DPM;

Michael G. Palladino , DPM, FACFAS;

As the diabetic population continues to swell worldwide, there has also been an increased occurrence of various cutaneous manifestations associated with the disease. Researchers have reported a greater than 30 percent incidence of these...

As the diabetic population...

12/03/2006

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Updating the Diabetic Foot Treatment Algorithm: Recommendations on Treatment Using Advanced Medicine and Therapies

10/27/2017

Peter A. Blume , DPM, FACFAS;

10/27/2017

Wounds

A Guide To Using Bilobed Flaps In Lower Extremity Surgery

04/22/2013

Peter A. Blume , DPM, FACFAS;

Bilobed flaps can preserve tissue and facilitate primary closure in various surgical procedures as the flaps do not require skin grafts and have predictable long-term reproducibility and functional outcomes. Accordingly, this author presents...

Bilobed flaps can preserve...

04/22/2013

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Point-Counterpoint: Is Ischemia A Direct Risk Factor For Ulceration?

07/03/2005

Peter A. Blume , DPM, FACFAS;

Kenneth L. Cornell , DPM;

Mardon R. Day , DPM;

Bauer E. Sumpio , MD, PhD;

John E. Aruny , MD;

Yes, these panelists say ischemia plays a significant role in chronic ulcerations and emphasize the importance of a thorough vascular workup in these patients. By Peter A. Blume, DPM, Kenneth L. Cornell, DPM, Bauer Sumpio, MD, and John...

Yes, these panelists say...

07/03/2005

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