Michael John Patetta

Provisional Faculty in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

michael.patetta@duke.edu

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Diabetic and nondiabetic foot ulcerations are independently associated with spinal infection.

Journal article Spine J · June 11, 2026 BACKGROUND CONTEXT: Spinal infections are associated with substantial morbidity, disability, and health care costs. Diabetes mellitus is a recognized risk factor; however, the contribution of foot ulceration itself, independent of diabetic status, to spina ... Full text Link to item Cite