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This research aims to determine the mortality risk linked to upper extremity amputation in patients with peripheral artery disease.

April 10, 2026

Mortality Risk of Upper Extremity Amputation in Patients With Peripheral Artery Disease

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This research aims to determine the mortality risk linked to upper extremity amputation in patients with peripheral artery disease.
Comparison of mortality rates in PAD patients undergoing upper extremity amputation and those who do not.
Analysis of the influence of comorbid conditions like diabetes and vascular disease.
Patients with PAD undergoing upper extremity amputation have a higher mortality risk compared to those who do not undergo the procedure.
The findings emphasize the importance of early disease recognition and patient education.

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These findings demonstrate an increased mortality risk among patients with PAD who undergo UEA compared with those who do not. Given the high prevalence of diabetes and vascular disease in the United States, these results underscore the importance of early recognition, patient education, and implementation of preventive strategies to reduce disease progression and the potential need for amputation.

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Seong-Won Kim

Nicholas Bank

Stephen J. Perle

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Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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