Chapter 15 Definitions Flashcards
1
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arthroplasty
A
surgical reconstruction or replacement of an articular joint
2
Q
allograft
A
a replacement or augmentation of a biological structure with a synthetic one
3
Q
hemarthrosis
A
blood in a joint
4
Q
translation
A
sliding or gliding or opposing articular surface
5
Q
arthrofibrosis
A
the repair and replacement of inflamed joint tissue by connective tissues
6
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autoclave
A
a device used to sterilize medical instuments using steam heat at 250 deg F (121 deg C)