From the Research
Timeframe for Prosthetic Fitting after Above-Knee Amputation (AKA) Surgery
- The typical timeframe for attempting prosthetic fitting after an above-knee amputation (AKA) surgery is not directly stated in the provided studies, as most of them focus on below-knee amputations or do not specify the exact timeframe for AKA prosthetic fitting 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
- However, one study mentions that patients who underwent above-knee amputations with immediate postoperative prosthesis (IPOP) placement had an average interval from amputation to ambulation of 9.3 days 2.
- Another study reports that a patient with an above-knee amputation required 19 days of prosthetic training and was discharged independent in ambulation and transfers using two straight canes 3.
- A more recent study found that among patients who underwent AKA for prosthetic joint infection, 12 (86%) were fit for prosthesis following AKA, but the study does not specify the exact timeframe for prosthetic fitting 5.
Factors Influencing Prosthetic Fitting Timeframe
- The timeframe for prosthetic fitting after AKA surgery may depend on various factors, including the patient's overall health, mobility, and rehabilitation progress 2, 3, 4, 5.
- The use of immediate postoperative prosthesis (IPOP) placement may allow for earlier ambulation and rehabilitation, which can be beneficial for patients with AKA 2.
- The type of prosthesis used, such as the CAT-CAM prosthesis, may also influence the timeframe for prosthetic fitting and the patient's overall rehabilitation outcome 3, 4.