Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Arthrodesis

The surgical fixation of a joint by a procedure designed to accomplish fusion of the joint surfaces by promoting the proliferation of bone cells. (Dorland, 28th ed)

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The surgical fixation of a joint by a procedure designed to accomplish fusion of the joint surfaces by promoting the proliferation of bone cells. (Dorland, 28th ed)

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  • Arthrodeses

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Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, education, ethics, history, instrumentation, legislation & jurisprudence, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, rehabilitation, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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vertebral or spinal arthrodesis = SPINAL FUSION

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  1. E04w.555.100w

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Arthrodesis. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D001174. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D001174
  2. Arthrodesis. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthrodesis
  3. Arthrodesis. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q708143