Amputation
Washington Man Severs Own Arm with Guillotine
Man walked into a medical clinic with his right arm severed.
Teen Who Lost Legs in Train Accident Awake, Joking
The family plans to take her home soon so she can begin rehabilitation.
Colorado Logger Cuts Off Toes after Foot Is Pinned
He began cutting off his toes about 30 minutes after a six-ton trailer fell on his right foot & he realized no one could hear his cries.
Maine Man Loses Arm in Tractor Accident
Patient was later taken by LifeFlight helicopter to Eastern Maine Medical Center.
Ohio Woman's Arm Torn Off In Towing Mishap
Rope snapped, recoiled and severed arm at the elbow.
San Diego Taxi Hits Crowd, 25 Injured; Ambulances Make Multiple Trips
One woman had her leg severed.
Los Angeles Toddler Has Finger Amputated On Escalator
Crews searched 90 minutes to find finger.
Michigan Nuclear Plant Worker Loses Fingers
Tips disposed of as "contaminated material."
Massachusetts Teen Loses Leg in Train Hopping Accident
Good Samaritan used his shirt as a tourniquet
Michigan Boy Loses Toes in Mower Accident
Doctors planned to reattach the toes
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