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Surgical reconstruction or replacement of a malformed or degenerated joint
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arthroplasty
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n. (context surgery English) The surgical repair of a joint, or creation of an artificial joint, such as a hip replacement.
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Arthroplasty (literally "[re-]forming of joint ") is an orthopedic surgical procedure where the articular surface of a musculoskeletal joint is replaced, remodeled, or realigned by osteotomy or some other procedure. It is an elective procedure that is done ...
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n. surgical reconstruction or replacement of a malformed or degenerated joint