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to amputate
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to surgically remove a body part, such as a limb or organ, often due to injury, disease, or medical necessity
Example
The surgeon had to amputate the patient's leg to prevent the spread of the infection.
The medical team carefully amputated the injured hand and provided rehabilitation for the patient's recovery.
Surgeons may choose to amputate a tumor-affected breast as part of breast cancer treatment.
In severe cases of frostbite, doctors may need to amputate affected fingers or toes.
In some cases of cancer, surgeons may recommend amputating a portion of the affected limb to stop the disease's progression.
