Targeted muscle reinnervation at the time of amputation to prevent the development of neuropathic pain

CONCLUSION: This study demonstrates that more than half of all patients undergoing primary TMR achieved sustained pain prophylaxis, and approximately a quarter of patients achieved sustained pain disappearance. Several factors associated with these favorable outcomes are described. These results will aid in preoperative counseling, managing patient expectations, and selecting patients who may benefit most from primary TMR …