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Rehabilitation

 Amputation-Vascular

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A variety of diseases as well as accidents may require amputation of a body part or limb. In individuals younger than 50, traumatic injuries such as those received in an automobile accident or a severe burn are the most likely causes of amputation. For people over age 50, the leading causes of amputation are related to diabetes and peripheral vascular disease, a condition brought about by atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries).

Advancements in the development of prostheses (artificial limbs), including the use of ultra-light materials, have enabled amputees to lead remarkably versatile lives. For those patients for whom amputation is necessary, our specialists will thoroughly discuss all options and prosthetic devices (artificial limbs) available.

Patients play a major role in deriving all of the benefits that prostheses offer, as well as minimizing their susceptibility to vascular disease. Please visit the Health Library to learn about amputation and related treatments offered at UT Southwestern Medical Center, including:

  • Amputation
  • Amputation rehabilitation
  • Angiography
  • Blood pressure test
  • Blood vessel
  • Diabetes
  • Duplex ultrasound
  • Phantom pain or sensation
  • Prosthesis (artificial limb)
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