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dec 31, 1781 - Improved Amputation

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Edward Alanson, an English surgeon, suggests a change in the way limbs are amputated, resulting in faster healing and less infection. This change has a positive impact on the quality of life for people who are amputees.

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dec 31, 1781
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~ 243 years ago