Comparison of Mental Health Outcomes Following Major and Minor Upper Limb Amputations: A Retrospective Analysis Using National Database Data - Report - MDSpire

Comparison of Mental Health Outcomes Following Major and Minor Upper Limb Amputations: A Retrospective Analysis Using National Database Data

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  • Victoria Nedder

  • Joyce Wang

  • Kacy Peek

  • April 23, 2026

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Comparison of Mental Health Outcomes Following Major and Minor Upper Limb Amputations

Overview

This study analyzes mental health outcomes in patients undergoing major versus minor upper limb amputations. It highlights significant differences in the incidence of new mental health disorders, psychotherapy claims, and antidepressant use between the two groups.

Background

Upper extremity amputations can lead to substantial psychological distress, with a higher risk of psychiatric conditions compared to the general population. Understanding the mental health implications of different amputation types is crucial for improving patient care and recovery outcomes. This study aims to fill the gap in literature regarding the mental health outcomes associated with major and minor upper limb amputations.

Data Highlights

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Key Findings

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Clinical Implications

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Conclusion

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  5. VA/DOD CLINICAL PRACTICE GUIDELINE
  6. BACPAR Guidelines
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  8. Association between PTSD Levels and Serum Inflammatory Factors
  9. Effects of Neuromodulation Techniques on Pain and Depression
  10. VA/DOD Clinical Practice Guideline
  11. BACPAR Guidelines
  12. Postoperative Psychiatric Outcomes After Upper-Extremity Amputations
  13. Frontiers | Association between post-traumatic stress disorder levels and serum inflammatory factors in patients undergoing digit replantation
  14. Frontiers | Effects of neuromodulation techniques on pain and depression in patients with phantom limb pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Original Source(s)

Comparison of Mental Health Outcomes Following Major and Minor Upper Limb Amputations: A Retrospective Analysis Using National Database Data

  • by Victoria Nedder, Joyce Wang, Kacy Peek

  • April 23, 2026

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