Limb amputation in children in Zaria, Nigeria

Yakubu, A; Muhammad, I.; Mabogunje, O A

doi:10.1080/02724936.1995.11747766

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“…The majority of amputations were in the lower limb. This supports findings from previous studies that lower limb amputations are more common among males than females [ 22 – 24 ]. Also The Global Lower Extremity Study [ 25 ] stated that the incidence of LLA is similar in females and males in some regions and higher in females compared to males in other regions although the overall incidence is higher in males than females.…”

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Quality of Life among Egyptian Patients with Upper and Lower Limb Amputation: Sex Differences

Mohammed

Shebl

2014

Advances in Medicine

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Background. Limb amputation is a life-changing event that can cause significant disruptions in many important areas of existence. Aim of this study. To evaluate the quality of life (QOL) of patients with limb amputation and identify the factors affecting the quality of life of patients with limb amputation among Egyptian patients. Research Design. It was a descriptive exploratory design. Setting. The study was conducted in Orthopedics and Surgical Department in Emergency Hospital at Mansoura University Hospitals. Sample. A sample of convenience of 100 adult male and female patients who met the inclusion criteria was included. Tools. (a) Structured interview questionnaire (SIQ) was used to collect personal data, (b) short form (36) health status questionnaires: this part was utilized to assess the quality of life among Egyptian patients with amputation. Results. The result of this study indicates that most participants experienced a change in the quality of life. There is a statistically significant difference between total QOL aspects and each of the following: age, gender, educational level, and type of work. Conclusion. Limb amputation tends to cause increased disability for those amputated patients. The age, gender, place of amputation, and marital status are found as statistically significant factors with physical component and psychological component.

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Quality of Life among Egyptian Patients with Upper and Lower Limb Amputation: Sex Differences

Mohammed

Shebl

2014

Advances in Medicine

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“…The male to female ratio was 3:1. This supports findings from previous studies that lower limb amputations are more common among males than females [20][21][22]. The difference in proportion may be due to the fact that men tend to work with heavy machinery and participate in high risk activities than women.…”

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Comparison of Burden of Caregiving among Different Levels of Amputation in Selected Hospitals in South- West Nigeria

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2017

Phys Med Rehabil Int

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The task of caring for a relative with amputation might be somewhat daunting for the caregiver. This study compared the burden of caregiving among informal caregivers of individuals with different levels of amputation in selected hospitals in south western Nigeria.The cross sectional survey involved 66 individuals with amputation and their caregivers. Zarit Burden Interview was used to assess the caregiver burden. Data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Alpha level was set at 0.05.The mean caregivers burden (55.6) of the amputees in this study was a little more than average but significantly (t=2.842 p< 0.05) higher for females (59.44 ± 10.53) than for males (54.25 ± 9.27). There was significant difference (F= 4.80, p < 0.05) in caregiver burden among different levels of amputation with above knee being the highest (63.43 ± 9.51) and below knee (52.38 ± 8.29) been the lowest.It can be concluded from the study that mean burden care, given to an average amputee may be estimate as just above average but above knee and female amputee may require more care.

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“…4,5,8,[10][11][12][13] . In the study by Onuminya et al 4 over a three-year period, 15 of the 25 cases were limb gangrene; all involved the upper limb, 12 were from humeral fractures and three from elbow dislocations.…”

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Complications of Treatment of Musculoskeletal Injuries by Bone Setters

Dada¹,

Giwa²,

Yinusa³

et al. 2009

West African Journal of Medicine

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BACKGROUND: Traditional bone setters (TBS) have existed for decades in Nigeria and other countries. Their treatment methods often lead to several complications, the most dangerous being extremity gangrene which usually leads to proximal amputation. OBJECTIVE: To apprise the Orthodox Practitioners of complications of musculoskeletal injuries treated by the bone setters, the factors that encourage patronage of TBS services and the outcome of the treatment of these complications by the orthodox practitioners. METHODS: This was a one-year prospective study involving one hundred and twenty-one consecutive patients presenting with complications related to treatment of their musculoskeletal injuries by bone setters. The following data were obtained using observer-administered questionnaires viz; demography, details of initial injury, reasons for patronage of TBS, nature of treatment, estimated cost of treatment and disability of patients at presentation. The outcome of orthodox treatment of these complications was assessed at six months using the following parameters -wound healing, bone union and use of prosthesis by the patients. RESULTS: One hundred and twenty-one patients with 155 musculoskeletal injuries and 168 complications of treatment by the TBS were seen; 75 (57%) were male and 52(43%) were female. The ages of the patients ranged from 6 weeks -72 years (mean 29.49 years). The common complications of TBS treatment were malunion and non-union which each accounted for 27 (16.1%) cases. The major reasons for TBS patronage was the perceived low cost of treatment in 47(27.9%) and pressure from family and friends in 36 (25%) patients. The cost of treatment of the TBS ranged from USD 18-380, whereas, at the Orthopaedic Hospital, it ranged from USD 34-98. At six months after orthodox surgery, 10(91%) of the patients who had amputation were yet to start using prosthesis, 3(23%) who had internal fixation failed to unite. CONCLUSION: The commonest reason for patronage was the believed cheapness of the TBS services. However, this study showed that orthodox treatment is actually cheaper in most cases. Despite all the complications associated with their treatment, majority of the people still have a strong belief in their capability. A suggested solution will be the incorporation of the TBS into the healthcare system so that they could be better trained and controlled. RÉSUMÉ CONTEXTE: Les os setters (TBS) existent depuis des décennies au Nigeria et dans d'autres pays. Leurs méthodes de traitement conduisent souvent à plusieurs complications, le plus dangereux étant extrémité gangrène qui conduit généralement à l'amputation proximale. OBJECTIF: Afin de sensibiliser les praticiens de l'Eglise orthodoxe de complications des blessures musculo-squelettiques traités par l'os setters, les facteurs qui encouragent les services de patronage de TBS et des résultats du traitement de ces complications par les orthodoxes pratiquants. MÉTHODES: Il s'agissait d'une année une étude prospective impliquant cent vingt et un patien...

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Limb amputation in children in Zaria, Nigeria

Cited by 18 publications

References 2 publications

Quality of Life among Egyptian Patients with Upper and Lower Limb Amputation: Sex Differences

Quality of Life among Egyptian Patients with Upper and Lower Limb Amputation: Sex Differences

Comparison of Burden of Caregiving among Different Levels of Amputation in Selected Hospitals in South- West Nigeria

Complications of Treatment of Musculoskeletal Injuries by Bone Setters

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