title: The management of ischaemic and periampuation pain.
abstract: This article describes the development and pilot application of a management tool designed to support healthcare practitioners in the management of ischaemic and periamputation pain. The ischaemic management periamputation care (IMPAC) guidelines have been piloted in the authors' clinical area and early results suggest that there are positive benefits accruing to patients and ward staff.
authors.affiliation: Victoria Hospital, Blackpool.
authors.forename: F
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Duncan
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Haigh
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Marshall
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Wriggley
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D007511:Ischemia / Q000628:therapy*; D007866:Leg / Q000098:blood supply*; D010149:Postoperative Pain / Q000628:therapy*; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic