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Papers: 8 Jun 2024 - 14 Jun 2024


2024 Jun 04


Plast Reconstr Surg


38857429

Neuropathic pain after major limb amputation: a cross-sectional study.

Authors

Langeveld M, Raasveld F, Hundepool CA, Hagenaars T, Spijkerman DCM, Eberlin KR, Zuidam JM

Abstract

Residual limb pain (RLP) and phantom pain can arise following amputation and may require additional treatment or surgery. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of neuropathic RLP following limb amputation and identify prognostic factors for the development of neuropathic RLP.