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Prosthetic outcomes after amputation and the impact of mobility level on survival.

William ShutzeDennis GableGerald OgolaJohn Eidt
Published in: Journal of vascular surgery (2024)
This study has identified several patient factors associated with prosthetic attainment, as well as multiple factors predictive of reduced survival after amputation. Being referred for prosthetic fitting was associated with improved survival not explained by patient characteristics and comorbidities. The Medicare Functional Classification Level K level predicts survival. More research is needed to determine the barriers to prosthetic attainment and if improving a patients K level will improve survival.
Keyphrases
  • free survival
  • end stage renal disease
  • chronic kidney disease
  • ejection fraction
  • machine learning
  • newly diagnosed
  • lower limb
  • healthcare
  • peripheral artery disease
  • health insurance