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joint prosthesis

Used for:

joint replacement

Broader Terms:

skeletal prosthesis

Narrower Terms:

hip prosthesis

Scope Note:

artificial substitute, constructed of either synthetic or biological material, which is used to partially or totally replace or repair injured or diseased joints.

Term Number:

2715-2392


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