# Amputation

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RLQedrDmb0dGL0RqZmF1Xw

## Labels

**Alternative Labels:**

- Amputative Surgery
- Extremity Removal
- Limb Amputation
- Limb Removal
- Surgical Limb Loss

## Definition

Amputation is the surgical removal of a limb or extremity, such as an arm, leg, foot, hand, toe, or finger. This procedure is often performed to treat severe injuries, infections, diseases like diabetes or cancer, or as a result of traumatic accidents, leading to significant changes in mobility and functionality.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RpiyvcnyPAZ5hygNt0zO3j

**Deprecated:** False