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Amputation: Definition, Indications & Recovery

Amputation: Definition, Indications & Recovery

Amputation is surgery to remove all or part of a limb or extremity. You may need an amputation if you’ve undergone a severe injury or infection or have a health condition like peripheral arterial disease (PAD). Many people live a healthy, active lifestyle after an amputation, but it may take time to get used to life without a limb....

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Material Type:
Online Course Module
Date Added to MERLOT:
July 16, 2024
Date Modified in MERLOT:
August 16, 2024
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Submitter:
Grace Jimenez
Primary Audience:
Middle School, High School, College General Ed, College Lower Division
Technical Format:
Website
Mobile Compatibility:
Not specified at this time
Language:
English
Cost Involved:
No
Source Code Available:
Yes
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Unknown

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