Inhalation injury after a landmine explosion: a case report by Woojung Kim, Donghoon Kim, Sung Yub Jeong, Yoonhyun Lee, Hojun Lee

“…Antipersonnel landmines designed to damage the soldier by amputating the leg can cause blast injuries, but their power is limited to the lower extremity. …”
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Symptoms of Diabetes by Linda B. Bobroff

“…Diabetes that is uncontrolled can lead to blindness, kidney disease, heart disease, and amputations. Early diagnosis is critical! If you have any of the symptoms described in this fact sheet, see your health care provider right away! …”
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Symptoms of Diabetes by Linda B. Bobroff

“…Diabetes that is uncontrolled can lead to blindness, kidney disease, heart disease, and amputations. Early diagnosis is critical! If you have any of the symptoms described in this fact sheet, see your health care provider right away! …”
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Prevalence and Molecular Characterization of Carbapenemase-Producing Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria in Diabetic Foot Ulcer Infections by Mohd Saleem, Soha Abdallah Moursi, Tahani Nasser Almofeed Altamimi, Mohammed Salem Alharbi, Alwaleed Mohammad Alaskar, Sahar Adly Hassan Hammam, Ehab Rakha, Ozair Ilyas Syed Muhammad, Hamoud Abdulmohsin Almalaq, Metab Nasser Alshammari, Azharuddin Sajid Syed Khaja

“…Notably, the need for minor amputations was much higher in MDR cases (<i>p</i> < 0.001), as was the need for major amputations (<i>p</i> < 0.001). …”
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Gas Gangrene as a Result of Femoral Traction Pin Placement by Benjamin C. Taylor, Thomas J. Bramwell, Nathan Formaini

“…In this paper, we present the rare complication of a severe gas gangrene infection caused by Clostridium perfringens that led to several amputations and ultimately death. We also discuss risks of temporary skeletal traction and techniques to overcome the morbidity of such a procedure.…”
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Impact of single versus dual arterial supply on perfusion and function in finger replantation after complex hand injuries by Martynas Tamulevicius, Malte David Steinbach, Florian Bucher, Nadjib Dastagir, Doha Obed, Peter M. Vogt, Khaled Dastagir

“…Abstract Finger amputations following complex hand injuries (CHI) pose a significant challenge in hand surgery due to severe tissue trauma and neurovascular damage, necessitating precise arterial repair. …”
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Systemic Lupus Erythematosus with Multiple Autoimmune Disease Presented with Extensive Peripheral Gangrene by Tareq Z. Alzughayyar, Jihad Samer Zalloum, Mohammad N. Elqadi, Sadi A. Abukhalaf, Fawzy M. Abunejma, Mohammed M. Y. Alkhanafsa, Motasem H. M. Haif, Firas Alqarajeh, Mo’min R. Mesk, Rami A. Misk

“…Although SLE gangrene may respond to immunosuppressants, it has a high risk of complications that can end up with amputations.…”
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Correction: Predictive Ability of the 2-Minute Step Test for Functional Fitness in Older Individuals with Hypertension by Puttipong Poncumhak, Patchareeya Amput, Noppharath Sangkarit, Tichanon Promsrisuk, Arunrat Srithawong

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Symptoms of Diabetes by Linda B. Bobroff

“…Diabetes that is uncontrolled can lead to blindness, kidney disease, heart disease, and amputations. Early treatment to control blood glucose levels helps decrease a person’s chances of developing these health problems. …”
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Symptoms of Diabetes by Linda B. Bobroff

“…Diabetes that is uncontrolled can lead to blindness, kidney disease, heart disease, and amputations. Early treatment to control blood glucose levels helps decrease a person’s chances of developing these health problems. …”
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Clinical Outcomes and Patterns of Traumatic Injuries Associated with Subway Incidents at a Level 1 Trauma Center by Bharti Sharma, Aubrey May B. Agcon, George Agriantonis, Sittha Cheerasarn, Navin D. Bhatia, Zahra Shafaee, Jennifer Whittington, Kate Twelker

“…Conclusions: There were high occurrences of TBIs, and fractures, thoracic injuries, and amputations. Numbers of patients with blunt trauma were a lot higher than those with penetrating and burn trauma. …”
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Diabetic Foot Care Plan by Gordon Dow, The Diabetic Foot Care Plan Working Group

“…Approximately 80% of these amputations are preceded by the development of foot ulceration. …”
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Cell Therapy in Patients with Critical Limb Ischemia by Rita Compagna, Bruno Amato, Salvatore Massa, Maurizio Amato, Raffaele Grande, Lucia Butrico, Stefano de Franciscis, Raffaele Serra

“…The results obtained from the detailed analysis of the recent literature data have confirmed the beneficial role of cell therapy in reducing the rate of major amputations in patients with CLI and improving their quality of life.…”
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Autoamputation of Genitalia in Bipolar Patient by Vinod Sharma, Aditi Sharma

“…We describe herein a case of a Caucasian, employed, and married male suffering from bipolar disorder type II with history of self-mutilating behavior, who amputated his penis during symptom-free phase of his illness. …”
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Carbon Dioxide, a Releaser for Digging Behavior in Solenopsis Geminata (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) by Walter Hangartner

“…Spangler (1968) reported that not only whole workers, but also amputated parts as well as larvae and pupae of Pogonomyrmex occidentalis (Cresson) attract workers of this species and release digging behavior. …”
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Victus Exergame: An Approach to Rehabilitation of Amputees Based in Serious Game by Rafael Luz Melo, Vítor da Silva Moreira, Érico Marcelo Hoff do Amaral, Julio S. Domingues Júnior

“…Addressing the challenges faced by individuals with lower limb amputations during physiotherapy — such as trauma, pain, and lack of motivation — this work introduces a serious game that incorporates an embedded sensor system with microcontrollers to a stationary bike. …”
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Fetal Limb Ischaemia in Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome by Mark Kilby, Rachel Pounds, Paul Mannix

“…The right arm of twin 1, the recipient twin, was noted to be “ischaemic” and was later amputated. Conclusion. This case is unusual in that it affected the upper limb and there was no evidence of polycythaemia, which is a suggested pathological mechanism. …”
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Moving Beyond the Device: Key Lessons in Creating a Positive Patient Experience for a Remote Foot Health Program by Gary M. Rothenberg DPM, CDCES, CWS, Jordan Munson RN, MSN, Ezra Josephson BA, MBA, Jon Bloom MD

“…Further key points include: (1) foot ulcers and amputations are a significant source of morbidity, mortality, and decreased quality of life for people living with diabetes; (2) remote patient monitoring innovations in technology can help connect patients, healthcare providers, and data; (3) technology should serve as an extension of the patient–provider trust relationship and help improve systemic efficiency; and (4) future considerations for successful patient experiences must also address healthcare disparities and promote health equity.…”
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Pediatric Hand Trauma: An Analysis of 3,432 Pediatric Hand Trauma Cases Over 15 Years by Ki Pyo Sung, Soo Hyang Lee

“…Injuries were classified by type as burns, amputations, crushing injuries, lacerations, extensor and flexor tendon injuries, open and closed fractures, and nerve injuries. …”
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Regeneration of Zebrafish CNS: Adult Neurogenesis by Sukla Ghosh, Subhra Prakash Hui

“…Zebrafish is an excellent animal model, which can repair several organs like damaged retina, severed spinal cord, injured brain and heart, and amputated fins. The focus of the present paper is on spinal cord regeneration in adult zebrafish. …”
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