What:
- Arthroplasty, literally re-forming of joint.
- An orthopedic surgical procedure
where the articular surface of a musculoskeletal joint is
replaced,
remodeled, or
realigned by osteotomy
or some other procedure.
Why:
- Arthroplasty is an elective procedure
that is done to relieve pain
and restore function
to the joint,
after damage by arthritis
or some other type of trauma.
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Arthroplasty