Arthroplasty, Total

Arthroplasty, Total

Definition

The removal of the joint head and neck, and replacement with ceramic, metal or plastic components and the removal of damaged bone and cartilage within the socket and replacement with a metal shell.

Also known as Arthroplasty, Total — per NCIT

Anatomy

Organ Relation Source
Skeletal joint Procedure Has Target Anatomy NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Skeletal system Procedure Has Target Anatomy NCIT · CC BY 4.0