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Burns and amputations: a 24-year experience.

Peter J Kennedy1, Wayne M Young, Anand K Deva

  • 1NSW Severe Burn Injury Service, Concord Hospital, Sydney, Australia.

Journal of Burn Care & Research : Official Publication of the American Burn Association
|March 29, 2006
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Severe burn injuries rarely lead to amputation, but when necessary, it can lower mortality. Most amputations were due to flame injuries, with a high survival rate and mobility challenges for bilateral amputees.

Area of Science:

  • Trauma Surgery
  • Burn Management
  • Reconstructive Surgery

Background:

  • Amputation for severe extremity burns presents management challenges.
  • Burn-related amputations are uncommon but can be life-saving.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the incidence, causes, and outcomes of burn-related amputations.
  • To identify factors influencing rehabilitation and survival post-amputation.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 1858 burn patients from 1980-2004.
  • Analysis of 34 amputations in 27 patients, including demographics, injury type, and timing of amputation.

Main Results:

  • 34 amputations occurred in 27 patients (23 male, 4 female).

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  • Flame injuries (often from motor vehicle accidents) were the primary cause; 8 cases involved high-voltage electrical injury.
  • Survival rate was 89% (3 deaths); independent mobility was common for single lower-limb amputees but limited for bilateral amputees. Pre-existing psychiatric conditions hindered rehabilitation.

    • Conclusions:

    • Amputation in severe burn cases can reduce mortality.
    • Free tissue transfer and bioengineered materials may decrease amputation rates in the future.