Term: Lower Limb Amputation

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2013-03-25

Definition:

Removal of the lower leg below or including the knee by amputation.

Related terms 

• Lower Limb Amputations with Comorbid Diabetes

References 

• Katz A, Martens P, Chateau D, Bogdanovic B, Koseva I, McDougall C, Boriskewich E. Understanding the Health System Use of Ambulatory Care Patients. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2013. [Report] [Summary] (View)