Risk of major amputation in patients with intermittent claudication undergoing early revascularization
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DOI: 10.1002/bjs.10765
Abstract: Revascularization is being used increasingly for the treatment of intermittent claudication and yet few studies have reported the long‐term outcomes of this strategy. The aim of this study was to compare the long‐term outcome of… read more here.
Keywords: intermittent claudication; major amputation; risk major; patients intermittent ... See more keywords
Delayed Fasciotomy Is Associated with Higher Risk of Major Amputation in Patients with Acute Limb Ischemia.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2019.01.028
Abstract: BACKGROUND Compartment syndrome (CS) is a feared complication after revascularization for acute limb ischemia (ALI), and patients often undergo prophylactic 4-compartment fasciotomy at the time of revascularization to avoid developing CS and its associated complications.… read more here.
Keywords: major amputation; delayed fasciotomy; ischemia; fasciotomy ... See more keywords
Contemporary results with the biosynthetic glutaraldehyde denatured ovine collagen graft (Omniflow II) in lower extremity arterial revascularization in a septic context.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2022.04.011
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Prosthetic peripheral vascular graft infections are poorly evaluated, despite a grim prognosis with high mortality and major amputation rates. The vascular substitute of choice remains controversial when autologous veins are unavailable. The main objective… read more here.
Keywords: context; collagen graft; graft omniflow; graft ... See more keywords
Geographical Socioeconomic Disadvantage is Associated with Adverse Outcomes Following Major Amputation in Diabetic Patients.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2021.03.033
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Socioeconomic disadvantage is a known predictor of adverse outcomes and amputation in patients with diabetes. However, its association with outcomes following major amputation has not been described. Here, we aimed to determine the association… read more here.
Keywords: amputation; socioeconomic disadvantage; day readmission; major amputation ... See more keywords
Indications and outcomes of palliative major amputation in patients with metastatic cancer.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.suronc.2021.101700
Abstract: BACKGROUND Patients with stage IV cancer often experience diminished quality of life and pain. Although palliative amputation (PA) can reduce pain, it is infrequently performed because of the morbidity associated with amputation and the limited… read more here.
Keywords: cancer; patients stage; amputation; pain ... See more keywords
Risk factors of major lower limb amputation in symptomatic peripheral artery disease: a retrospective cohort study
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DOI: 10.1080/20565623.2025.2476881
Abstract: Abstract Aim To find risk factors of major amputation in patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD) by a combination of both personal risk factors and treatment. Methods This was a retrospective cohort study enrolled adult… read more here.
Keywords: factors major; amputation; risk factors; major amputation ... See more keywords
Multidisciplinary Management Improves Re-Admission, Major Amputation, and Mortality Rates in Patients with Diabetic Foot Ulcers.
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DOI: 10.1089/wound.2024.0182
Abstract: Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate the impact of a multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach in the management of diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs). Approach: A multidisciplinary diabetic foot care center (MDDFCC) was opened… read more here.
Keywords: year; amputation; diabetic foot; mortality ... See more keywords
Impact of Civilian Patient Care on Major Amputation Case Volume in the Military Health System.
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DOI: 10.1093/milmed/usab534
Abstract: BACKGROUND Sustaining critical wartime skills (CWS) during interwar periods is a recurrent and ongoing challenge for military surgeons. Amputation surgery for major extremity trauma is exceptionally common in wartime, so maintenance of surgical skills is… read more here.
Keywords: volume; care; major amputation; case ... See more keywords
Enterococci in Diabetic Foot Infections: Prevalence, Clinical Characteristics, and Outcomes
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DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofad238
Abstract: Abstract Background Diabetic foot infections (DFIs) are frequently polymicrobial, yet the relevance of each isolated pathogen, remains ill-defined. Specifically, the prevalence and pathogenicity of enterococcal DFIs and the impact of targeted antienterococcal treatment remain elusive.… read more here.
Keywords: diabetic foot; enterococci infected; major amputation; foot infections ... See more keywords
Risk Factors for Major Amputation for Midfoot Ulcers in Hospitalized Patients With Diabetes
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DOI: 10.1097/won.0000000000000735
Abstract: The NCPD test for this article is available online only at the journal website, jwocnonline.com, and the test can be taken online at NursingCenter.com. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to investigate the risk… read more here.
Keywords: midfoot ulcers; risk; risk factors; major amputation ... See more keywords
Timing of minor and major amputation in patients with diabetes-related foot ulceration admitted to two public tertiary referral hospitals in Australia.
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DOI: 10.1111/ans.18224
Abstract: BACKGROUND There is limited information regarding the number of patients with diabetes-related foot ulceration (DFU) who receive minor or major amputation, and how quickly these amputations occur. This study aimed to identify the incidence of… read more here.
Keywords: index; minor major; dfu related; major amputation ... See more keywords