Complications following an amputation.
Publication/Presentation Date
2-1-2014
Abstract
In 2005 there were an estimated 1.6 million individuals in the United States living with limb loss. This number has been projected to more than double by 2050 to 3.6 million, making an understanding of management of the individual with amputation essential for the physiatrist. This article highlights common complications following amputation and discusses the approach to evaluation, treatment, and developing management strategies to ensure optimal functional outcomes for this population of patients.
Volume
25
Issue
1
First Page
169
Last Page
178
ISSN
1558-1381
Published In/Presented At
Yoo S. (2014). Complications following an amputation. Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America, 25(1), 169–178. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pmr.2013.09.003
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
24287246
Department(s)
Department of Medicine
Document Type
Article