title: Toe amputations and ray resections.
abstract: Loss of a part of the lower extremity is an unfortunate complication of diabetes. Indications and general principles of amputation have been established. Distal limb salvage procedures include forefoot amputation alternatives, digital amputations, and ray resections. A variety of risks and complications are associated with these procedures. Postoperative management including prosthetic and accommodative therapy may enhance the successful outcomes of these procedures.
authors.affiliation: Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine Affiliated Hospital Residency Program at Cook County Hospital, Chicago, Illinois 60612-9985, USA.
authors.forename: R J
authors.initials: RJ
authors.lastname: Pulla
authors.forename: K M
authors.initials: KM
authors.lastname: Kaminsky
mesh_terms: D000671:Amputation, Surgical / Q000379:methods; D017719:Diabetic Foot / Q000150:complications; D005529:Foot Bones / Q000601:surgery*; D005534:Foot Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery* / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D011182:Postoperative Care; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D014034:Toes / Q000601:surgery*