Results: Fifty-one amputations were performed in fifty patients (37 males and 13 females).
MF= 2.8: 1, age range 5-85 years, mean 47.6+/-SD 20.7. Major limb amputations accounted …

Background. Limb amputation is a life‐changing event that can cause significant disruptions
in many important areas of existence. Aim of this study. To evaluate the quality of life (QOL) …

BACKGROUND: Advancements in vascular and microsurgery in developed countries have
led to fewer major limb amputations. AIM: This audit of major limb amputations performed at …

Results A total of 91 out of 417 patients that underwent orthopedic surgical procedures had
major limb amputation during the study period. All these patients had unilateral amputations …

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a silent disease until the onset of complications, making it a
leading cause of morbidity and mortality in sub Saharan Africa. The objective of this study …

Introduction: Limb loss has a devastating effect on patients. To know the underlying causes
of limb amputation would be helpful in planning public health strategies in the country. The …

Purpose: The aims of this study were to determine the QoL of Nigerians with lower limb
amputation and to investigate the influence of some clinical and socio-demographic …

Diabetic foot disease is a major medical, social, and economic problem. This retrospective
study assessed the profile of diabetes mellitus patients with foot ulcers in the University of …

Purpose: This research aims to identify a core set of clinical skills for working in a
Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR) setting, and to discuss whether they are appropriate …

Foot ulceration is a leading cause of hospitalisation amongst patients with diabetes in many
develo** countries worldwide, resulting in prolonged hospital stays and increased …