Design and Construction of a New Partial Foot Prosthesis Based on High-Pressure Points in a Patient with Diabetes with Transmetatarsal Amputation: A Technical Note
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DOI: 10.1097/jpo.0000000000000183
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Diabetic foot ulcers are significant complications of diabetes that can lead to amputation. Partial foot prostheses can be used to redistribute the plantar pressure on the residual limb to alleviate local pressures. The aim… read more here.
Keywords: pressure; transmetatarsal amputation; foot; foot prosthesis ... See more keywords
Assessment of a Novel Augmented Closure Technique for Surgical Wounds Associated with Transmetatarsal Amputation: A Preliminary Study.
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DOI: 10.7547/20-256
Abstract: BACKGROUND Transmetatarsal amputation (TMA) is a viable option to avoid major amputation and limb loss in patients with forefoot sepsis, infection, or tissue loss. However, TMAs are associated with a significant incidence of dehiscence, readmission,… read more here.
Keywords: closure; limb loss; transmetatarsal amputation; augmented closure ... See more keywords
Transmetatarsal Amputations: Outcomes of Primary Healing versus Secondary Healing.
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DOI: 10.7547/21-173
Abstract: BACKGROUND Transmetatarsal amputations are limb salvage surgical procedures that preserve limb length and functional ankle joints. Indications for transmetatarsal amputations include forefoot trauma, infection, and ischemia. Prior research demonstrates patients who undergo transmetatarsal amputations have… read more here.
Keywords: transmetatarsal; transmetatarsal amputations; secondary healing; transmetatarsal amputation ... See more keywords