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    amputate
    /ˈampjʊteɪt/

    verb

    • 1. cut off (a limb) by surgical operation: "surgeons had to amputate her left hand"

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  2. Aug 8, 2023 · Upper extremity amputations are a procedure commonly done in a variety of circumstances including infection, trauma, cancer, disease progression or congenital malformations. The level at which the amputation occurs can greatly impact a patient's outcomes and level of care required by health care professionals.

  3. Jun 12, 2023 · Above-the-knee amputations (AKA) involve removing the leg from the body by cutting through both the thigh tissue and femoral bone. This procedure may be necessary for a wide variety of reasons, such as trauma, infection, tumor, and vascular compromise.

  4. May 4, 2024 · Amputation is one of the first surgical procedures performed in the world. It is considered a simple procedure, but it can derive in many complications. The incidence of amputations is high, mainly due to vascular disease or diabetes mellitus, but post-traumatic...

  5. Dec 5, 2023 · There are several different types of neuropathy, with peripheral neuropathy and autonomic neuropathy being the most common. Depending on the type, symptoms can include pain or numbness in the hands, feet, or legs; problems with blood pressure; bladder and digestive disorders; and other issues.

  6. Jul 26, 2023 · Amputation can be the treatment of choice for severe trauma, vascular disease, and tumors. Patients and family members must be aware of their options and have realistic...

  7. Apr 2, 2024 · Toe amputation is a common procedure performed by a wide variety of healthcare providers. The vast majority of toe amputations are performed on patients with a diabetic foot. [ 1]

  8. Jul 31, 2023 · Forearm amputations form a part of the larger umbrella of upper extremity amputations, but are the most common type, and can occur at different levels from elbow to wrist. [1] The most common cause is trauma, infection, vascular disease, and malignancy. [2]

  9. Mar 20, 2024 · If the amputation is near the MCP joint, especially in the long and ring fingers, dropping small objects because of the defect can be addressed with a finger prosthesis or ray amputation, with...

  10. Mar 22, 2024 · Body integrity identity disorder, or body integrity dysphoria, is when your perception or mental image of your body doesn’t match you physically. With this condition, you may want to amputate a healthy leg or arm to feel more complete.

  11. Jun 12, 2023 · Above-the-knee amputations (AKA) involve removing the leg from the body by cutting through both the thigh tissue and femoral bone. This procedure may be necessary for a wide variety of reasons, such as trauma, infection, tumor, and vascular compromise.