Amputation below the knee CareMap - 08/2018

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Amputation below the knee CareMap

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Abstract

This handout, called a CareMap, shows what a patient may expect when admitted to Harborview Medical Center for amputation of the leg below the knee. It includes what to do to get ready for surgery, and what to expect starting the day before surgery through 1 to 4 days after surgery.

Author

Harborview Medical Center

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2017

Revision Date

08/2018

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General Subject

Hospital Stay

Specific Subject/Keyword

Amputation

Pain Management

Languages

English

Record ID

4686