Acquired limb deficiencies. 2. Perioperative management

This self-directed learning module highlights recent advances in the evalua tion and management of complications arising from diabetes and peripheral v ascular disease leading to amputation. It is part of the chapter on acquire d limb deficiencies in the Self-Directed Physiatric Education Pro,sram for practitioners and trainees in physical medicine and rehabilitation. This ar ticle includes discussion of comorbid conditions that may have an impact on the prosthetic rehabilitation of a transtibial amputee. It also offers ess ential information regarding perioperative management of an upper extremity amputee. Overall Article Objective: To review recent advances in the evaluation and management of complications arising from diabetes and peripheral vascular d isease leading to amputation.