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A psychiatric study of amputees

G D Shukla, S C Sahu, R P Tripathi

    The British Journal of Psychiatry : the Journal of Mental Science
    |July 1, 1982
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    Post-operative amputees frequently experience psychiatric symptoms, including depression and anxiety. Right-arm amputations are linked to higher rates of phantom phenomena and insomnia.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychiatry
    • Rehabilitation Medicine
    • Neuroscience

    Background:

    • Amputation surgery can lead to significant psychological distress.
    • Understanding post-operative psychiatric manifestations is crucial for patient care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the prevalence and types of psychiatric manifestations in post-operative amputees.
    • To explore potential correlations between amputation laterality and specific symptoms or diagnoses.

    Main Methods:

    • A cohort of 72 right-handed amputees was studied in the post-operative period.
    • Data collection included assessment of psychiatric symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and insomnia.
    • Diagnostic categorization was performed for psychiatric conditions.

    Main Results:

    • Nearly two-thirds of amputees exhibited psychiatric symptoms, most commonly depression (62.5%) and anxiety (53%).
    • Phantom limb phenomena were reported in approximately 80% of cases.
    • Right-arm amputees showed a significantly higher incidence of phantom phenomena and insomnia compared to left-arm amputees.
    • Psychotic depressive reactions were diagnosed in 20% of cases, and depressive neurosis in 40%.

    Conclusions:

    • Post-operative amputees represent a vulnerable population for psychiatric sequelae.
    • The laterality of amputation may influence the manifestation of specific symptoms like phantom phenomena and insomnia.
    • Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and support are essential for amputees in the post-operative phase.

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