The effects of amputation on functioning, satisfaction and health-related quality of life of adults with brachial plexus injury; a scoping review

P. N. Domerchie; M. J. Passchier; Iris van Wijk; Maaike Lange; Klaske van Kammen; C. K. van der Sluis

doi:10.1080/09638288.2026.2618926

January 21, 2026Disability and RehabilitationOpen Access

The effects of amputation on functioning, satisfaction and health-related quality of life of adults with brachial plexus injury; a scoping review

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This research aims to explore the impacts of amputation on functioning, satisfaction, and health-related quality of life in adults with brachial plexus injury.
Conducted a scoping review of existing literature
Analyzed the effects of amputation on individuals with brachial plexus injury
Evaluated factors such as health-related quality of life and functioning
Existing literature suggests amputation may enhance health-related quality of life
Functioning appears to improve post-amputation in individuals with brachial plexus injury
More extensive research is warranted to draw definitive conclusions

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Scoping review reveals amputation may improve functioning and health-related quality of life in individuals with BPI, suggesting further research is needed.

Abstract

Current literature supports that amputation may improve HRQoL and functioning in individuals with BPI, more research is needed however.

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