Rehabilitative of COVID-19 patients with acute lower extremity Ischemia and amputation.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
To evaluate the clinical characteristics and rehabilitation management of patients who undergo amputation for COVID-19-associated coagulopathy. Clinical and laboratory data for 3 patients were analysed and their rehabilitative management discussed. The medical records of 3 patients who had undergone amputation due to acute lower extremity ischaemia and who were provided with rehabilitation in our COVID-19 unit were reviewed. Coagulation changes related to SARS-CoV-2 may complicate recovery from this devastating disease. The rehabilitation management of amputated patients for COVID-19 acute lower extremity ischaemia is based on a multilevel approach for clinical, functional, nutritional and neuropsychological needs. Based on this limited experience, a dedicated programme for this specific group of patients seems advantageous to warrant the best functional outcome and quality of life.
Medical subject headings
- Amputation, Surgical
- Betacoronavirus
- Blood Coagulation Disorders
- Coronavirus Infections
- Ischemia
- Lower Extremity
- Pneumonia, Viral