The association between body mass index and skin problems in persons with a lower limb amputation: an observational study

The association between body mass index and skin problems in persons with a lower limb amputation: an observational study

Abstract Background Obesity is common in persons with a lower limb amputation, an amputation can also lead to further weight gain. Data regarding the prevalence of obesity in the Dutch population with a lower limb amputation are lacking. Furthermore, the impact of obesity on skin problems of the res...

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Main Authors: Terezka S. Mollee, Pieter U. Dijkstra, Rienk Dekker, Jan H.B. Geertzen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-09-01
Series:BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders
Subjects:
Amputation
Obesity
Body Mass Index
Body Weight
Skin
Prostheses
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-021-04646-2

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