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Elbow prosthesis: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia Image

This source provides a visual for elbow replacement surgery. It mainly seems to serve as a visual aid to the process before and after surgery.

Keyword:: elbow

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Material Type:: Reference Material
Date Added to MERLOT:: July 11, 2024
Date Modified in MERLOT:: August 16, 2024
Author:: MedLine Plus, MedLine Plus
Submitter:: A Doan
Primary Audience:: Middle School, High School, College General Ed
Technical Format:: Website

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Language:: English
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Grace Jimenez (Student)

1 year ago

The image provided was informative as it effectively demonstrated the before and after of knee joint prosthetics, which aided my understanding of the process. The image also deepened my appreciation for the expertise of medical engineers and surgeons while highlighting the complexity of the surgery. Elbow replacement involves surgically replacing bones that make up the elbow joint with artificial elbow joint parts (prosthetic components). The artificial joint consists of two stems made of high-quality metal, joined together with a metal and plastic hinge that allows the artificial elbow joint to bend. Different sizes of artificial joints are available to fit the patient's specific needs.