**8. Below knee amputation**

Below knee amputation (BK) also known as trastibial amputation. It is the surgical removal of foot , ankle and lower third of tibia and fibula. During BK Amputaion fibula is normally 2-3 cm shorter than the tibia to avoid pressure points.

### **8.1 Indications**

Diabetic Foot Traumatic Injury Vascular Disease

Malignant Bone Tumors Congenital Defects
