title: Complications following an amputation.
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.
authors.affiliation: Moss Rehab, 60 Township Line Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027, USA. Electronic address: skyoo13@yahoo.com.
authors.forename: Stanley
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Yoo
mesh_terms: D000671:Amputation, Surgical / Q000009:adverse effects*; D000672:Amputation Stumps / Q000293:injuries; D000673:Amputation, Traumatic / Q000150:complications*; D001186:Artificial Limbs / Q000009:adverse effects; D012090:Cumulative Trauma Disorders / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D001523:Mental Disorders / Q000209:etiology; D009140:Musculoskeletal Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D010146:Pain / Q000209:etiology*; D059408:Pain Management; D012867:Skin / Q000293:injuries; D013529:Surgical Wound Dehiscence / Q000209:etiology
keywords: Diabetes; Lower limb amputation; Trauma; Upper limb amputation; Vascular disease