Amputation
Amputation
Amputation (/æmpjʊˈteɪʃən/; from Latin amputare, "to cut away") is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of all or part of a limb or extremity such as an arm, leg, foot, hand, toe, or finger.
Etymology
The term "amputation" originates from the Latin amputare, which means "to cut away". This term was first used in the 16th century to describe the surgical procedure of removing a body part.
Procedure
Amputation procedures vary depending on the specific limb or extremity being removed. However, all amputations involve the removal of the affected body part, followed by the closure of the wound, often with the use of a prosthesis.
Related Terms
- Prosthesis: An artificial device that replaces a missing body part.
- Phantom limb: A sensation that an amputated or missing limb is still attached to the body.
- Gangrene: A type of tissue death caused by a lack of blood supply, often leading to amputation.
- Orthopedic surgery: The branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system, which often includes amputations.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Amputation
- Wikipedia's article - Amputation
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