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arthrodesis
[ ahr-throd-uh-sis ]
/ ɑrˈθrɒd ə sɪs /
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noun, plural ar·throd·e·ses [ahr-throd-uh-seez]. /ɑrˈθrɒd əˌsiz/.
permanent surgical immobilization of a joint.
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Also called artificial ankylosis.
Words nearby arthrodesis
arthrectomy, arthritic, arthritis, arthro-, Arthrobacter, arthrodesis, arthrodia, arthrodire, arthrogram, arthrography, arthromere
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How to use arthrodesis in a sentence
When the ankle is flail-like, it may be necessary to perform arthrodesis.
The rigid knee produced by arthrodesis affords good support but is inconvenient in sitting.
Arthrodesis of the ankle alone or along with the mid-tarsal joint may be indicated when these joints are flail-like.