Lifestyle Adjustments in Diabetic Individuals Following Lower Extremity Amputations: A Qualitative Study
The study concludes that improving the quality of life for diabetic patients with lower limb amputation in Ghana requires a comprehensive approach to post-amputation care, focusing on physical rehabilitation, emotional support, and social integration. Nurses and other healthcare professionals play a key role in this process by providing ongoing education and emotional support and working closely with patients' families and communities.
Authors
- Ba-Etilayoo Atinga
- Albert Henyo
- Tulukuu Perekuu
- Graham Addah
- Christiana Asospae Ayamga
Institutions
- University of Energy and Natural Resources (GH)
- Holy Family Hospital (GH)
- Sunyani Technical University (GH)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Cureus
- Published
- 2024-12-22
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.76188
- Primary Topic
- Diabetic Foot Ulcer Assessment and Management
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00