European journal of trauma and emergency surgery : official publication of the European Trauma Society
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Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg · Dec 2014
Comparison of upper limb amputees and lower limb amputees: a psychosocial perspective.
Amputation of limb is essential in certain conditions; however, it may have significant impact on the patient's psychological condition. The present study investigates psychological responses of upper limb (UL) amputees versus lower limb (LL) amputees regarding prosthetic adjustment, social discomfort, depression, and body image anxiety. ⋯ Epidemiologic and prognostic study, level III.