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A systematic literature search was conducted across multiple databases, including PubMed, Scopus, and Embase, for cases of PSPG following foot and ankle surgery published up to January 2023. Data on demographics, clinical presentation, management, and outcomes were extracted and analyzed. Ten cases met the inclusion criteria, predominantly females presenting with rapidly worsening and painful postoperative ulcers. A high rate of negative cultures was observed during the patients\u2019 treatment period. Dermatology consults initially suspected 83.33% of the cases. Notably, 30% of patients underwent amputation of various parts of the lower extremity, all diagnosed more than 35 days after symptom onset, and were female. The mainstream treatment for PSPG involved systemic immunosuppressants, with corticosteroids being the most common, effectively resolving symptoms in the majority of instances. PSPG should be suspected in patients with unexplained, worsening postoperative wounds. Early recognition and appropriate treatment with immunosuppressants are crucial to prevent severe outcomes. Multidisciplinary management involving dermatologists and surgeons is recommended to optimize patient outcomes. 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