Implants
Implants
Implants (/ɪmˈplɑːnts/) are medical devices or tissues that are surgically inserted or grafted into the body. They can be used to replace or support the function of a missing or damaged organ or body part.
Etymology
The term "implant" is derived from the Latin implantare meaning "to insert" or "graft".
Types of Implants
There are several types of implants used in medicine, including:
- Breast Implants: These are used to augment the size and shape of a woman's breasts.
- Dental Implants: These are used to replace missing teeth.
- Cochlear Implants: These are used to treat severe hearing loss.
- Orthopedic Implants: These include joint replacements, bone plates, and screws used to fix broken bones.
- Cardiac Implants: These include pacemakers and defibrillators that help control heart rhythms.
- Ocular Implants: These are used to replace a missing or damaged eye.
- Neurostimulator Implants: These are used to treat conditions like epilepsy and Parkinson's disease.
Risks and Complications
Like any surgical procedure, implant surgery carries risks. These can include infection, bleeding, and reaction to anesthesia. There can also be complications specific to the type of implant, such as rupture in the case of breast implants or device failure in the case of cardiac implants.
Related Terms
- Prosthesis: An artificial device that replaces a missing body part.
- Graft: Tissue or organ transplanted from one part of the body to another or from one individual to another.
- Biocompatibility: The ability of a material to perform with an appropriate host response in a specific application.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Implants
- Wikipedia's article - Implants
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