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In Ukraine, Amputations Already Evoke Scale of World War I

Between 20,000 and 50,000 Ukrainians have lost limbs in the war with Russia, a toll not seen in recent conflicts. The healthcare system is overwhelmed.

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  • Between 20,000 and 50,000 Ukrainians have lost one or more limbs since the start of the war with Russia.
  • The number of amputees could be higher as it takes time to register patients after amputation surgeries.
  • The war in Ukraine has a higher toll of amputations than recent armed conflicts in the West.
  • Russia's heavy use of mines and artillery has caused severe injuries and amputations.
  • The healthcare system in Ukraine is overwhelmed, leading to delays in providing new limbs to patients.
In Ukraine, Amputations Already Evoke Scale of World War I
Tens of thousands estimated to have lost limbs since the start of the war, a toll not seen in recent armed conflicts in the West
WSJBojan Pancevski

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