Pirogoff amputation for a bilateral traumatic lower-extremity amputee: indication and technique

Area of Science:

• Orthopedic Surgery
• Trauma Surgery

Background:

• Traumatic lower-extremity amputations represent a small fraction of all amputations but disproportionately affect younger individuals with longer life expectancies.
• Restoration and lifelong maintenance of ambulation and mobility are critical for this patient population.

Observation:

• The case of a bilateral traumatic lower-leg amputee is presented.
• Management included a Pirogoff amputation, a less common surgical technique.

Findings:

• The Pirogoff amputation technique facilitated stump and soft tissue management in this complex case.
• This approach contributed to improved mobility for the bilateral amputee.

Implications:

• The Pirogoff amputation may offer benefits in specific cases of traumatic lower-extremity amputation.
• Further exploration of indications and outcomes for the Pirogoff procedure is warranted for enhancing patient mobility.