Which term refers to the surgical fusion of a joint to provide stability?
A) arthroclasia
B) arthrotomy
C) arthrocentesis
D) arthrodesis
D) arthrodesis
Correct. Arthrodesis means surgical fusion of a joint. Arthroclasia means to
forcibly break loose a fused joint. Arthrotomy is a surgical procedure that cuts into a joint
capsule. Arthrocentesis is inserting a needle into a joint cavity to aspirate fluid.
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