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Skin problems in an amputee clinic.

Nancy L Dudek1, Meridith B Marks, Shawn C Marshall

  • 1Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Department of Medicine, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada.

American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
|April 22, 2006
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Lower extremity prosthesis users frequently experience skin problems, with ulcers and irritations being most common. This study documented 528 skin issues in 337 residual limbs, highlighting the need for further research into prevention and management.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Prosthetics
  • Rehabilitation Medicine

Background:

  • Skin problems are common in lower extremity prosthesis users.
  • Understanding the types and frequency of these issues is crucial for patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To document the types and frequency of skin problems in lower extremity residual limbs.
  • To identify the etiology and management strategies for these skin conditions.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective chart review of 6 years in an outpatient amputee clinic.
  • Inclusion criteria: skin lesions on the residual limb of a lower extremity prosthesis user.
  • Descriptive statistics were used for data analysis.

Main Results:

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  • 528 skin problems were identified in 337 lower extremity residual limbs.
  • The most frequent issues were ulcers, irritations, inclusion cysts, calluses, and verrucous hyperplasia.
  • These five conditions constituted 79.5% of all documented skin disorders.

    • Conclusions:

    • A wide array of dermatologic conditions frequently affect lower extremity amputees using prostheses.
    • Five specific skin problems represent nearly 80% of identified lesions.
    • Further research is needed to develop effective prevention and management strategies for prevalent skin issues.