Award
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs 5I01CX002366-05
Pilot Investigation of Ewing Amputation in Veterans with Peripheral Arterial Disease Undergoing Below Knee Amputation
Recipient
Veterans Affairs (VA)
Awarded
April 23, 2026
Identifier
5I01CX002366-05
A VA-funded phase 1 pilot study investigating the feasibility and safety of Ewing Amputation in Veterans with Peripheral Arterial Disease undergoing below knee amputation, focusing on prosthesis ambulation and safety outcomes.
Description
This project involves testing the feasibility of Ewing Amputation (EA) in Veterans with Peripheral Arterial Disease. The primary outcome is ambulation with a prosthesis, with safety parameters including 30-day mortality and revision rates. The project is funded by the VA and is part of a phase 1 pilot study, with potential for a larger randomized trial if feasible.