amputate

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Surgeons at Russells Hall Hospital in neighbouring Dudley later had to amputate both of her legs below the knee, as well as both of her hands, due to the spread of the condition.

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026

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

But the doctors in Gaza refused to amputate, hoping to save the foot.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2024

Shaymaa was rushed to Nasser Hospital, where doctors quickly decided to amputate.

From New York Times • Mar. 25, 2024

"They're not gonna amputate it, baby. They're gonna fix it," she assured her.

From "Patina" by Jason Reynolds