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Discontinuance of prosthesis.
| Discontinuance of Prosthesis Use | Number (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Use of prosthetic upper limb | Use | 49 (89.1) |
| Stopped use | 6 (10.9) | |
| Reason for discontinuance of prosthetic upper limb (multiple response) | Design dissatisfaction | 7 (21.9) |
| Fit dissatisfaction | 5 (15.6) | |
| Weight dissatisfaction | 5 (15.6) | |
| Function dissatisfaction | 4 (12.5) | |
| Inconvenient attachment and detachment | 4 (12.5) | |
| Unnecessary | 3 (9.3) | |
| Price dissatisfaction | 2 (6.3) | |
| Medical reasons | 2 (6.3) | |
