amputate
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He did his best to amputate above the sickly parts in the hope of saving the patient’s life.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026
Although he was given many stitches that night, veterinarians ultimately decided it would be necessary to amputate the leg.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 18, 2025
She said the medical staff discussed whether to amputate her arm or fingers before deciding she should return to the UK due to the rising medical bills.
From BBC • Feb. 21, 2025
Shaymaa was rushed to Nasser Hospital, where doctors quickly decided to amputate.
From New York Times • Mar. 25, 2024
“Before that, she had polio. Her right leg was shorter than her left. She wore long skirts to cover her legs. Eventually they had to amputate her right leg.”
From "Lucky Broken Girl" by Ruth Behar
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