What are the different types of amputations?
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Amputations can be classified as major (e.g., above-knee or below-knee) or minor (e.g., fingers or toes). They can also be categorized based on the level of limb removed (e.g., transradial, transfemoral).
Common types of amputation involve:
Above-knee amputation, removing part of the thigh, knee, shin, foot and toes.
Below-knee amputation, removing the lower leg, foot and toes.
Arm amputation.
Hand amputation.
Finger amputation.
Foot amputation, removing part of the foot.
Toe amputation.