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Joint Prosthesis
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Definition
: Prostheses used to partially or totally replace a human or animal joint. (from UMDNS, 1999)
HIP PROSTHESIS & KNEE PROSTHESIS are also available
See Also
Arthroplasty, Replacement
Examples
Elbow Prosthesis
;
Hip Prosthesis
;
Knee Prosthesis
Other names
Prosthesis, Joint; Prostheses, Joint; Joint Prostheses