arthroplasty

Definitions of arthroplasty
  1. noun
    surgical reconstruction or replacement of a malformed or degenerated joint
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    types:
    arthrodesis
    the surgical fixation of a joint which is intended to result in bone fusion
    type of:
    operation, surgery, surgical operation, surgical procedure, surgical process
    a medical procedure involving an incision with instruments; performed to repair damage or arrest disease in a living body
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