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arthrodesis

American  
[ahr-throd-uh-sis] / ɑrˈθrɒd ə sɪs /

noun

  • arthrodeses
    plural
  1. permanent surgical immobilization of a joint.


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Etymology

Origin of arthrodesis

First recorded in 1900–05; arthro- + -desis ( def. )

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One of the things that was most interesting to me as I reported the story was the existence of a surgery called arthrodesis, which is saving horses that previously would have been euthanized.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 26, 2023

Dr. Ryan Carpenter, one of the top equine surgeons in the country, performed an arthrodesis procedure on the horse Sunday.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 1, 2023

A procedure called arthrodesis will be attempted, which essentially makes the affected area immobile, much like if you were to put a permanent splint or cast on a person.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 28, 2023

It was the fourth fatality at Del Mar this season, although one was an accident involving a loose horse and another the result of a failed arthrodesis surgery.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 26, 2023

The best possible result being rigid ankylosis in a good position, it may be advisable to bring this about artificially by arthrodesis or resection.

From Manual of Surgery Volume First: General Surgery. Sixth Edition. by Alexis Thomson

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