An amputation is a removal of all or a portion of a limb. A doctor may recommend this surgery approach due to chronic disease or a traumatic injury. Advancements in preventive techniques have meant ...

Limb salvage for severe trauma has replaced amputation as the primary treatment in many trauma centers. However, long-term outcomes after limb reconstruction or amputation have not been fully ...

Diabetes can cause nerve damage and circulation issues. In some cases, this can make a foot or lower leg amputation necessary. However, effective treatment can help prevent this complication. Due to ...

Unmanaged diabetes can lead to limb loss, usually of the toes, feet, or legs, because long-term high blood sugar may cause nerve damage (peripheral neuropathy) or reduced blood flow (peripheral artery ...