Sex and gender differences in quality of life and related domains for individuals with adult acquired lower-limb amputation: a scoping review.
Stephanie R CiminoAbirami VijayakumarCrystal MacKayAmanda L MayoSander L HitzigSara J T GuilcherPublished in: Disability and rehabilitation (2021)
Articles included in this review were not clear with how gender was defined. In order for more targeted interventions that account for sex and gender differences, studies need to be more forthcoming about how they use and define gender. Future research should seek to include gender non-conforming participants to identify additional needs.Implications for rehabilitationSex and gender are important constructs that influence outcomes following lower limb amputation.Rehabilitation professionals should consider sex and gender-specific outcomes when tailoring programs to ensure ethical clinical care.