Diabetes and lower extremity amputation - rehabilitation pathways and outcomes at a regional hospital

CONCLUSION: Over half the amputations were associated with DM, which was also a risk factor for multiple amputations. Although referral and attendance for physiotherapy were very poor, mobility in those who attended was excellent, indicating a dire need to improve hospital referral pathways.PMID:34515432
Source: South African Journal of Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Source Type: research