Lower limb amputation and rehabilitation

Most lower limb amputations performed in the UK are because of complications of peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and/or diabetes. Lower limb amputations are usually classified as minor (toe and partial foot amputations) or major (when most of the limb is removed). Principles of selecting amputation level are considered and the importance of optimzation of the patient's general medical status is stressed. Most patients requiring amputations have significant comorbidities and amputation carries an appreciable risk of both early and late mortality and complications.
Source: Surgery (Medicine Publishing) - Category: Surgery Authors: Tags: Vascular surgery – II Source Type: research