"Central amputation" refers to the surgical removal of a body part at its central or middle section. Synonyms for this term include "midline amputation", "median amputation" or "mid-amputation". These synonyms highlight the location of the surgical procedure and imply that the body part is being removed from its central axis. Central amputation is typically performed to address severe trauma, malignant tumors, or advanced infections in order to prevent further complications or to improve the patient's quality of life. The choice of synonym may vary depending on the medical context and the specific surgical procedure being undertaken. Ultimately, all these terms describe the same essential concept of removing a body part from its central position.