arthrodesis
[ ahr-throd-uh-sis ]
/ ɑrˈθrɒd ə sɪs /
noun, plural ar·throd·e·ses [ahr-throd-uh-seez] /ɑrˈθrɒd əˌsiz/.
permanent surgical immobilization of a joint.
Also called
artificial ankylosis.
Words nearby arthrodesis
Example sentences from the Web for arthrodesis
Arthrodesis of the ankle alone or along with the mid-tarsal joint may be indicated when these joints are flail-like.
The rigid knee produced by arthrodesis affords good support but is inconvenient in sitting.
Medical definitions for arthrodesis
arthrodesis
[ är-thrŏd′ĭ-sĭs, är′thrə-dē′sĭs ]
n.
The surgical fixation of a joint to promote bone fusion.
artificial ankylosis syndesis