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A summary of papers relevant to actual cost of amputee care
| Study | Year | Patient group | Time scale | Comparative study |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hertel et al. [16] | 1996 | Civilian trauma | 2–4 years | Amputation versus reconstruction |
| Chung et al. [9] | 2009 | Civilian trauma | 2 years to lifetime | Amputation versus salvage |
| Blough et al. [4] | 2010 | Military trauma (OIF/OEF) | 5, 10, 20 years and lifetime | Vietnam versus OIF/OEF |
OIF = Operation Iraqi Freedom; OEF = Operation Enduring Freedom.
