amputation
Term · Oncology and biomedicine · MLC-T-ONC-000475
The removal by surgery of a limb (arm or leg) or other body part because of injury or disease, such as diabetes or cancer.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ONC-000475 |
|---|---|
| Field | Oncology and biomedicine |
| References | NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms |
Record as JSON
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"term": "amputation",
"field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
"definition": "The removal by surgery of a limb (arm or leg) or other body part because of injury or disease, such as diabetes or cancer.",
"references": [
"NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms"
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/amputation/"
}
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