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Transmetatarsal Amputation : A Case Series and Review of the Literature
Joint Authors
Source
Issue
Vol. 2012, Issue 2012 (31 Dec. 2012), pp.1-6, 6 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2012-07-03
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
6
Main Subjects
Pharmacy, Health & Medical Sciences
Abstract EN
Foot ulceration is a major cause of morbidity amongst patients with diabetes.
In severe cases of ulceration, osteomyelitis and amputation can ensue.
A distinct lack of agreement exists on the most appropriate level of amputation in cases of severe foot ulceration/infection to provide predictable healing rates.
This paper provides an overview of the transmetatarsal amputation (TMA) as a limb salvage procedure and is written with the perspective and experiences of the Department of Podiatric Surgery at West Middlesex University Hospital (WMUH).
We have reflected on the cases of 11 patients (12 feet) and have found the TMA to be an effective procedure in the management of cases of severe forefoot ulceration and infection.
American Psychological Association (APA)
McCallum, Ryan& Tagoe, Mark. 2012. Transmetatarsal Amputation : A Case Series and Review of the Literature. Journal of Aging Research،Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-6.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
McCallum, Ryan& Tagoe, Mark. Transmetatarsal Amputation : A Case Series and Review of the Literature. Journal of Aging Research No. 2012 (2012), pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-498919
American Medical Association (AMA)
McCallum, Ryan& Tagoe, Mark. Transmetatarsal Amputation : A Case Series and Review of the Literature. Journal of Aging Research. 2012. Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-498919
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-498919