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5.2.7 Surgical & Treatment Terms
Internal Fixation
The surgic al inser tion of plates, screws, or rods to st abilize a fracture.
Ex ternal Fixation
A st abilization technique using pins and a frame outside the bod y.
Ar throscopy
A minimall y invasive procedure using a small c amera to visualize and tre at joint problems.
Osteotomy
Surgic al cutting of a bone to cor rect defor mit y.
Ar throplast y
The surgic al reconstruction or replacement of a joint.
Bone Graft
Transplant ation of bone tissue to aid in he aling or rep air.
Joint Replacement
Surgic al replacement of a damaged joint with a prosthetic implant.
