Amputation Stumps
| Definition: |
The part of a limb or tail following amputation that is proximal to the amputated section. |
| Notes: |
restrict to extremities: do not use for gastric stump ( = GASTRIC STUMP), appendiceal stump, ureteral stump, cervical stump & the like (indexed probably under relevant -ECTOMY or other surg term) |
Amputation Stumps Definitions and Terms
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