Amputation

Amputation is the act of cutting off a part of the human body, sometimes because of medical reasons. In some countries, amputation of the hands, feet or other body parts was used as a form of punishment for people who committed crimes. A person who has had an arm or leg removed is known as an amputee.

 Related pages 
Mutilation
Prosthesis

 Other websites 
 Amputation Prevention Center  
 Artificial Limb & Appliance Service of Wales
 Limb Amputation: Reasons, Procedure, Recovery

Category:Surgery