Amputation Surgery
Amputation is a surgery that is done to remove a limb or parts of a limb. It is required when you have conditions like diabetes and peripheral arterial disease (PAD). Life after amputation can be hard, but you will get used to it. Many people are leading a healthy life after amputations.
Why Amputations Are Done
No one voluntarily cuts off their legs, hands, or fingers. Amputations are done only when they are necessary. Amputations are usually done due to infections or injuries. Injuries that cause deformity may lead to amputations. Following are some of the common reasons why a person may need an amputation:
Types of Amputations
Amputations are divided into two types: lower extremity amputations (below the hip) and upper extremity amputations (upper body).
Lower Extremity Amputations
- Foot and toes / Ankle disarticulation
- Transtibial (below the knee)
- Knee disarticulation
- Transfemoral (above the knee)
- Hip disarticulation
Upper Extremity Amputations
- Fingers and hands / Wrist disarticulation
- Transradial / Elbow disarticulation
- Transhumeral / Shoulder disarticulation
- Forequarter
Common Types of Amputation Procedures
The goal is to unlock the patient's full potential and save lives by stopping the spread of cancer or infection.
What to Expect
Knowing what to expect before, during, and after surgery provides peace of mind.
Before the Surgery
Your doctor will provide a diet plan; do not eat for six hours prior. Avoid blood thinners, smoking, and drinking for a few days before the operation.
During the Surgery
You won't feel a thing as you will be sleeping under anesthesia. Surgeons remove damaged tissue, smooth bones for prosthetic fitting, seal ends, and sterilize wounds.
After the Surgery
Most are outpatient treatments. Your surgeon will track your healing and prescribe antibiotics or painkillers. Daily activities will be hard initially, but things get better as you adjust.
Advantages of Amputations
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