Regional Assessment of Lower limb Amputations in sub-Saharan Africa (RAMPs): a prospective cohort study protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Major lower limb amputation, defined as an amputation above the level of the ankle joint, is a substantial cause of morbidity and mortality. Limited data exist on the burden, aetiology and outcomes of major lower limb amputations in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). This is despite increasing rates of diabetes, peripheral arterial disease and trauma, with further projected increases in these conditions, which often precede major lower limb amputation. The Regional Assessment of Amputations in sub-Saharan Africa (RAMPs) study aims to address this knowledge gap by performing a multicentre, prospective study of major lower limb amputations across the region.

Methods

We describe a prospective, multicentre observational cohort study enrolling patients undergoing major lower

SUBMITTER: Moody N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12496064 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature