Science Letters

Recent Advances in Foot Amputation Techniques and Clinical Outcomes: An Overview

Abdul Aleem Khan, Yi Qiu Jiang, Kai Bin Zhang, Lee Wang, Jian Chao Gui*

Department of orthopedic, Nanjing first hospital affiliated to Nanjing Medical University, 210029, Nanjing, China

Abstract

Amputations have long been considered the treatment of choice in a large variety of situations, and have been widely documented over the ages. These days, amputations are carried out as treatment options more commonly than emergency procedures. The various indications for amputations include vascular complications, malignancies and neoplasms, congenital causes and of course, trauma. A multitude of procedures has been documented, each with its own advantages and disadvantages, especially with regards to post-op morbidity, limb salvage, functionality, where each method is uniquely suited to a specific scenario. In this review, these techniques are discussed in detail with their respective latest modifications and relevant adjuvant treatment options. The global rise in diabetes has made this topic more relevant than ever, quickly becoming the largest cause of amputations of the foot. No matter the cause of amputation, it is important to decide the technique to be used, timely intervention, and most importantly, addressing the patients' concerns with regards to quality of life and rehabilitation.

Keywords Amputation, dysvascular, trauma, tumor, toe amputation.

Received January 21, 2016 Accepted March 25, 2016 Abstract Published April 15, 2016 Manuscript Published April 15, 2016

*Corresponding author Jianchao Gui Email gui997@126.com Tel +8618951670863