A “preamputation care pathway” reduces mortality for lower limb amputation

Lower limb amputation due to peripheral arterial disease is common. The comorbid nature of this patient group makes management challenging. The aims of the study were 1) to introduce a novel “preamputation care pathway” to facilitate perioperative care and 2) to evaluate whether such a pathway is able to reduce morbidity and mortality. All patients undergoing lower limb amputation over 12 months were prospectively identified. Patient demographics were recorded before statistical analysis was performed.

Source: Journal of Vascular Nursing - May 20, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Jason Lewis, Shiva Dindyal, Hannah Raynor, Ahmed Abidia, Jonathan Refson Tags: Article Source Type: research