Topic Overview

Limb Loss

Limb loss and amputations have different causes including birth defects, cancer and injuries. Physical therapy and counseling may help with recovery.

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Definition

Limb loss and amputations have different causes including birth defects, cancer and injuries. Physical therapy and counseling may help with recovery.

Concept record

Canonical title: Limb Loss
Alphabetical key: L
Category: Educational Resource
Content type: Topic Overview
Other names, clinical names and abbreviations: None recorded for this concept yet.
Article status: Medical Encyclopedia Index Entry — full article under review.

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