Diabetic Foot

60y F with uncontrolled type 2 DM not compliant with medications presented with soft tissue infection debridement done. Started on antibiotics and blood work sent. Will be taking endocrinologist opinion. How should this case be proceeded?

PS: I am a junior doctor in an Indian government medical college setup.

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