Symmetrical peripheral gangrene is a severe condition marked by symmetric acral
necrosis without obstruction of the major blood vessels. This case report
examines the critical decisions involved in choosing between early and delayed
amputation, as well as determining the extent of the necessary amputation. We
present three cases: one involving antiphospholipid syndrome, another with
disseminated intravascular coagulation, and a third associated with diabetes
mellitus. All three cases ultimately required amputation due to symmetrical
peripheral gangrene. In the first two cases, amputation was delayed, which is
typically advantageous as it allows for the clear demarcation of necrotic
tissue. However, in the third case, where infection was evident, immediate
amputation was necessary despite the patient's overall poor health.