Risk Factors for Secondary Revision After Finger Amputations.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Digit amputations are relatively simple and are often performed in the setting of trauma or infection. However, it is not uncommon for digit amputations to undergo secondary revision due to complications or patient dissatisfaction. Identifying factors associated with secondary revision may alter treatment strategy. We hypothesize that the secondary revision rate is affected by digit, initial level of amputation, and comorbidities.

Methods

A retrospective chart review was conducted on patients undergoing digit amputations in operating rooms at our institution from 2011 to 2017. Secondary revision amputations were defined as a separate return to the operating room following initial surgical amputation, excluding emergency room amputations. Patient demographics, como

SUBMITTER: Adapa N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11536797 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature