Geographical Socioeconomic Disadvantage is Associated with Adverse Outcomes Following Major Amputation in Diabetic Patients

Socioeconomic disadvantage is a known predictor of adverse outcomes and amputation in patients with diabetes. However, its association with outcomes following major amputation has not been described. Here, we aimed to determine the association of geographic socioeconomic disadvantage with 30-day readmission and 1-year reamputation among diabetic patients undergoing major amputation.
Source: Journal of Vascular Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Source Type: research