An effective method of skin traction in A-K guillotine amputation.

In modern orthopedic surgery, there are still indications for the guillotine amputation of the thigh. Immediate postoperative management by effective skin traction can promote rapid healing and eliminate the need for revision surgery. Revision surgery necessitates further shortening of the stump; skin grafting likewise can be avoided as a secondary procedure. Most skin tractions for above-the-knee amputations loosen within 24 hours. The suggested method of applying skin traction on A-K amputations, if applied properly, will be effective for periods ranging from five to seven days.