PMID: 15382809Sep 24, 2004Paper

Clinical field follow-up of high density polyethylene (HDPE)-Jaipur prosthetic technology for trans-femoral amputees

Prosthetics and Orthotics International
J Steen JensenC M Zelaya

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to examine the outcome of the application of the high density polyethylene (HDPE)-Jaipur prosthetic construction in fitting trans-femoral amputees in a number of projects throughout the developing world. Projects in Honduras, Uganda and India were included. One hundred and fifty eight (158) patients had been provided with the HDPE-Jaipur prosthesis and of these 72 were seen for a clinical and technical follow-up after a median of 32 months. More than half the amputees seen had amputation due to trauma and the remainder due to disease. Fabrication and fitting in the three projects was carried out by individuals who had undertaken a three week training course provided by Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayata Samiti limb centre in Jaipur. The individuals involved had limited background training in prosthetics. Craftsmanship and fit were assessed as being poor in 86% of cases. Failure requiring replacement of components was observed in 50% of cases. There was low patient satisfaction (58%) and patient compliance (65%). The outcome was considered unsatisfactory both technically and clinically. This was a reflection of the inadequacies of the prosthetic construction, particularly the knee joint, and the inad...Continue Reading

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