Furunculosis in a Transtibial Amputee

Dermatoses are present in 15-41% of persons with lower limb amputation. Cysts are reportedly the third most prevalent dermatologic condition in this population whereas folliculitis and furuncles are not hierarchically ranked. This case report describes the post-transtibial amputation course of a man with recurrent development of furuncles. Management included recurrent periods of prosthetic disuse and cutaneous surgery. It is likely that self-management of prosthetic factors and hygiene were contributors to his skin maladies as he was undergoing significant residual limb volume change, learning to use his prosthesis, care for himself, and cope with limb loss.