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This concept is obsolete

prosthetic devices

knowledge

health and welfare

health

medical diagnostic and treatment technology

prosthetic devices

Concept overview

Description

The various artificial replacements of body parts or limbs, which were lost during a trauma, disease or an accident.

Alternative Labels

artificial limb

artificial limbs

prostheses

prosthesis

prosthetic device

prosthetic limb

prosthetic limbs

Skill type

knowledge

Skill reusability level

sector specific skills and competences

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DG Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion of the European Commission developed ESCO in collaboration with stakeholders and with the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop).

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Current version: ESCO v1.2 (Last update 15/05/2024)