The prevalence and risk factors for phantom limb pain: a cross-sectional survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

We previously performed a systematic review and meta-analysis which revealed a Phantom Limb Pain (PLP) prevalence estimate of 64% [95% CI: 60.01-68.1]. The prevalence estimates varied significantly between developed and developing countries. Remarkably, there is limited evidence on the prevalence of PLP and associated risk factors in African populations.

Methods

Adults who had undergone limb amputations between January 2018 and October 2022 were recruited from healthcare facilities in the Western and Eastern Cape Provinces. We excluded individuals with auditory or speech impairments that hindered clear communication via telephone. Data on the prevalence and risk factors for PLP were collected telephonically from consenting and eligible participants. The prevalence

SUBMITTER: Limakatso K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10845739 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature