Amputations of the Upper Extremity
Andrew H. Schmidt, MD

Created March 2023

Disability ratingsLoss of upper extremity: 50%Loss of hand: 45%Thumb amputation: 23%

Trauma Severe open fracture with extensive skin and muscle loss, neurologic injuryFlail limb (brachial plexus injury)TumoursPeripheral vascular diseaseInfection