2020
The Role of Lower Extremity Amputation in Chronic Limb-Threatening Ischemia
Kim TI, Mena C, Sumpio BE. The Role of Lower Extremity Amputation in Chronic Limb-Threatening Ischemia. International Journal Of Angiology 2020, 29: 149-155. PMID: 32904807, PMCID: PMC7458760, DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1710075.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchChronic limb-threatening ischemiaImproved limb salvage ratesChronic limb threatening ischemiaRole of amputationLimb salvage rateLimb threatening ischemiaLimb-threatening ischemiaPeripheral artery diseaseLower Extremity AmputationMajor amputationPrimary amputationArtery diseaseLimb salvageSalvage rateExtremity amputationImproved careLimb lossSevere formMultidisciplinary teamAmputationRevascularizationIschemiaPatientsHigh rateSalvage
2003
Vascular evaluation and arterial reconstruction of the diabetic foot
Sumpio BE, Lee T, Blume PA. Vascular evaluation and arterial reconstruction of the diabetic foot. Clinics In Podiatric Medicine And Surgery 2003, 20: 689-708. PMID: 14636033, DOI: 10.1016/s0891-8422(03)00088-0.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsInfected footDiabetic footLimb salvageNon-invasive vascular studiesCardiovascular risk factor managementAggressive multidisciplinary approachAggressive surgical drainagePalpable pedal pulsesLimb-threatening ischemiaPeripheral vascular diseaseRisk factor managementLower extremity revascularizationStandard clinical evaluationPrimary care providersCumulative limb salvageEvidence of infectionHigh-risk groupBlood glucose controlHigh-risk populationComplex clinical problemAbsent pulsesAggressive drainageIschemic ulcerationPedal bypassPedal pulses