Diabetes and peripheral arterial disease are leading causes of amputation in the U.S., often due to fragmented care. In a JVS – Vascular Insights article titled, “Creating and running a limb preservation center,” Krishna Jain, MD explores how Limb Preservation Centers (LPCs) reduce amputations and healthcare costs through a multidisciplinary approach focused on four pillars: medical management, wound care, revascularization, and neuropathy. LPCs rely on coordinated care among specialists, advanced technologies, and patient education. Standardized practices like the Toe and Flow model and effective use of EMRs help guide treatment and ensure insurance compliance. Successful LPCs improve quality of life, prevent limb loss, and offer a cost-effective model for comprehensive, patient-centered care.
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