Chapter 10 Definitions Flashcards
1
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extensor mechanism
A
the mechanism formed by the quadriceps and patellofemoral joint responsible for causing extension of the lower leg at the knee joint
2
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primary repair
A
the process of surgically repairing a soft tissue injury, usually by suturing the ends together
3
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hemarthrosis
A
blood within a joint cavity
4
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bolster
A
a support used to maintain the position of a body part
5
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extravasate
A
fluid escaping from vessels into the surrounding tissue
6
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allograft
A
the tissues used to replace the ligament obtained from a cadaver
7
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autograft
A
the tissues used to replace the ligament harvested from the patient’s body (eg, bone-patellar tendon-bone, hamstring tendon)
