Surgical results of leg amputation according to Ghormley's technique in the treatment of chronic lower limb ischaemia

Acta chirurgica Belgica
K WasiakJ M Garlicki

Abstract

The authors present their experience in the treatment of chronic lower limb ischaemia resulting from atherosclerosis by below knee amputation according to Ghormley's technique, with the immediate application of a semi-rigid plaster cast and early rehabilitation. From a group of 664 patients requiring major amputations, 61 patients (52 men) aged 64 +/- 11 fulfilled the criteria for unilateral below-knee amputation for critical limb ischaemia for atherosclerosis consequences. Peri-operative (30-days) mortality was of 3.28%. Stump healing was very good or good (no need for further surgery) in over 2/3 of patients, but in 20% the need for above-knee amputation developed. Postoperative knee contracture (defined as 15 degrees or more limitation to the movement range) was observed in 11.5% of patients.

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Feb 1, 2019·PM & R : the Journal of Injury, Function, and Rehabilitation·Marianne LuetmerKenton R Kaufman

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