Quality of life, body image and self-esteem in patients with unilateral transtibial amputations

Abstract Amputation represents a drastic impact on the patient’s body and perception. This cross-sectional study aims to analyse the aesthetic concern represented by body image, self-esteem and quality of life in patients with unilateral transtibial amputations of lower limbs compared to control gro...

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Main Authors: Nuria Sarroca, José Valero, Javier Deus, Josefa Casanova, María José Luesma, Manuel Lahoz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Publishing Group 2021-06-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-021-91954-1