Joint Replacement
Joint Replacement
Definition
A surgical procedure to replace part, or all structures, of a joint with an orthopedic prosthesis.
Also known as Arthroplasty (Total Joint Replacement Surgery), Joint Replacement, Joint Replacement Surgery, Replacement Arthroplasty, Total Joint Replacement Surgery — per NCIT
Also identified as
- UMLS C0185317 per NCIT
Anatomy
| Organ | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skeletal system | Procedure Has Target Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |