3. Introduction
An amputation below the elbow removes the forearm with
preservation of the elbow joint. A Below Elbow (BE) prosthesis
can be customized to the patients specific lifestyle, like work,
home and play. ... Different terminal devices include; cosmetic
hands, hooks, tool attachments, etc.
The surgical removal of an elbow or the arm above the elbow
joint is called elbow amputation. Elbow and above-elbow
amputations may be performed for the following reasons:
Peripheral vascular disease (PVD): The risk factors include
diabetes and blood clots.
4. Types
Major amputations are commonly below-knee- or above-knee
amputations. Common partial foot amputations include the Chopart,
Lisfranc, and ray amputations. Common forms of ankle disarticulations
include Pyrogoff, Boyd, and Syme amputations.
6. Principle
Conservation of residual limb length is a basic principle
of modern amputation surgery. In determining
amputation level, the goal is to create the best
environment for the rapid return of mobility and
function. The environment for wound healing should be
maximized in part by evaluating the patient's nutritional
status.
7. Causes
Poor blood flow that cannot be fixed.
Severe infection.
Trauma or injury.
Tumors.
Problems at birth, such as a limb that has not formed properly.
8. Complications
Problems are rare, but all procedures have some risk. The doctor
will go over some problems that could happen, such as:
Excess bleeding
Problems from anesthesia, such as wheezing or sore throat
Infection
Blood clots
Skin breakdown and swelling of the remaining limb
Poor healing that may result in further amputation
Feeling pain in the amputated limb or feeling that it is still there
Things that may raise the risk of problems are:
Smoking
Drinking
Chronic diseases, such as diabetes or obesity
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