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Replacement (riːˈpleɪsmənt)
Replacement is a medical term referring to the substitution of a faulty or damaged part of the body with a functioning one. This can be done through various medical procedures, including transplantation, prosthesis, and implantation.
Etymology
The term "replacement" originates from the late Middle English: from Old French replacer, from re- 'back, again' + placer 'to place'.
Related Terms
- Transplantation: The process of transferring an organ or tissue from one individual to another, or from one part of the body to another part of the same body.
- Prosthesis: An artificial device that replaces a missing body part, which may be lost through trauma, disease, or a condition present at birth.
- Implantation: The surgical insertion of a device, such as a pacemaker or joint prosthesis, into a part of the body.
- Orthopedic surgery: A branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system, often involving replacement procedures.
- Organ donation: The process of giving an organ or a part of an organ for the purpose of transplantation into another person.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Replacement
- Wikipedia's article - Replacement
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