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above-elbow amputation

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above-elbow (AE) amputation,
an amputation of the upper limb between the elbow and the shoulder. A short amputation (near the shoulder) results in the loss of shoulder rotation. After a long amputation (just above the elbow), the patient should retain good shoulder function. Also called AE amputation.


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