ammutatud

Amuttatud is the Estonian term corresponding to the English word amputed. It is an adjective used to describe a limb or other body part that has been surgically removed or naturally lost due to severe trauma, disease, or cancer. In medical contexts, amputed describes both the condition of the remaining stump and the person who has undergone amputation.

Causes and indications for amputation include advanced peripheral vascular disease and diabetes leading to nonviable tissues, severe limb trauma that cannot be repaired, infectious or malignant processes, and congenital limb deficiencies where preservation is not feasible. Decisions about amputation levels are based on tissue viability, functional prospects, and the goal of relieving pain or improving overall health and mobility. Levels are categorized by location, with common lower-limb examples such as transtibial (below the knee) and transfemoral (above the knee), and common upper-limb examples such as transradial (below the elbow) and transhumeral (above the elbow).

Rehabilitation after amputation focuses on wound healing, prevention of complications, and restoration of function. Stump care, mobility training, and prosthetic fitting are central components. Phantom limb sensation and phantom limb pain are common experiences and may be addressed with specialised therapies. Psychological support, social reintegration, and occupational therapy are also important to help individuals adapt to changes in body image and daily activities.

See also: amputation, prosthesis, stump care, phantom limb.