Adult acquired major upper limb amputation in Norway: prevalence, demographic features and amputation specific features. A population-based survey

Abstract

Our findings are mainly consistent with earlier studies from other countries. Implications of our findings related to the planning of future health care for these patients are outlined, including suggestion of regional multidisciplinary rehabilitation emphasising occupational rehabilitation and focus on preventive measures. Potential areas of follow-up are suggested.

Mental health and satisfaction with life among upper limb amputees: a Norwegian population-based survey comparing adult acquired major upper limb amputees with a control group

“…224 returned questionnaires (responders), yielding a 57.4% response rate. This amputee population is described elsewhere [24].…”

“…The questionnaires were made in consultation with The Norwegian Institute of Public Health. The control group questionnaire was identical to a section of the amputee questionnaire, the latter being part of a larger survey of the adult acquired major upper limb amputee population in Norway [24].…”

Hand transplantation: current challenges and future prospects

“…The incidence of upper extremity loss is variable in the literature, though it is estimated to be 11.6 in 100,000 adults. 35 The psychological and physical impact of losing an upper extremity is profound. Such a loss results in significant disability, with severe impact on quality of life.…”

Retningslinje for rehabilitering etter ervervet overekstremitetsamputasjon

“…Det er avdekket store variasjoner i rehabiliteringen og et udekket behov for flere ulike tjenester i kommune-og spesialisthelsetjenesten (1).…”

“…Pasientene er i hovedsak unge og ellers friske (2). Amputasjonen påvirker fysisk funksjon, bevegelsesmønster, utseende, arbeidsevne og livskvalitet (1).…”