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autoamputation /au·to·am·pu·ta·tion/ (-am″pu-ta´shun) spontaneous detachment from the body and elimination of an appendage or an abnormal growth, such as a polyp. autoamputation [-amp′yo̅o̅tā′shən] the spontaneous detachment of a body part, usually the fourth or fifth toe, as occurs among the males of some African peoples. A depression develops across the digitoplantar fold of the toe and gradually progresses until the toe falls off. The condition is usually painless and has no other symptoms. Also called ainhum [ān′hoo͡m, īnyoon′] . autoamputation spontaneous detachment from the body and elimination of an appendage or an abnormal growth, such as a polyp. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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