Helping Veterans make informed decisions about amputation levels
The AMPDECIDE Patient Decision Aids: Empowering Veteran Participation in Personalized Amputation Level Decision-making
This study is all about helping Veterans who have had leg amputations because of diabetes or circulation issues by giving them personalized information to help them make the best choices for their health and lifestyle, so they can feel more in control and improve their quality of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Puget Sound Healthcare System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10994031 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on empowering Veterans who are facing lower extremity amputations due to diabetes or peripheral artery disease. It aims to provide personalized decision aids that inform patients about the potential outcomes of different amputation levels, such as mobility restoration and risks of reamputation. By engaging Veterans in shared decision-making, the project seeks to align their choices with their personal values and priorities, ultimately enhancing their quality of life. The approach involves using tailored information to help Veterans understand their unique risks and benefits associated with each option.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Veterans facing lower extremity amputations due to diabetes or peripheral artery disease.
Not a fit: Patients who are not facing amputation or those with conditions unrelated to dysvascular issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve Veterans' quality of life by enabling them to make informed decisions that align with their personal goals and preferences.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that patient decision aids can effectively enhance shared decision-making in various medical contexts, suggesting a promising approach for this specific situation.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- VA Puget Sound Healthcare System — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Henderson, Alison Wilhelm — VA Puget Sound Healthcare System
- Study coordinator: Henderson, Alison Wilhelm
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.