Psychosocial Predictors of Upper Extremity Transplantation Outcomes: A Review of the International Registry 1998-2016.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Upper extremity transplantation (UET) is becoming increasingly common. This article attempts to collate data from cases contributing to the International Registry on Hand and Composite Tissue Transplantation (IRHCTT), define psychosocial themes perceived as predictors of success using statistical methods, and provide an objective measure for optimization and selection of candidates.

Methods

The IRHCTT provided anonymous data on UET recipients. A supplementary psychosocial survey was developed focusing on themes of depression, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, interpersonal functioning and dependence, compliance, chronic pain, social support, quality of life, and patient expectations. We determined the risk of transplant loss and psychological factors

SUBMITTER: Kinsley SE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7544328 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature