Orthopedic Surgery Glossary

Healing of a fractured bone in an improper position, resulting in deformity or functional impairment.

Surgical procedure to suture torn meniscal tissue rather than removing it, preserving the meniscus structure.

Surgical removal of all or part of a meniscus, typically performed arthroscopically in the knee.

The angle between the metaphysis and diaphysis used to assess lower extremity alignment.

The region of developing bone between the growth plate and the shaft in children.

A prosthetic device composed of separate, interchangeable components that can be assembled intraoperatively.

A fracture of the ulnar shaft combined with dislocation of the radial head.

A closed degloving injury where skin and subcutaneous tissue separate from underlying fascia, creating a potential space...

Computer-assisted surgical technology that provides real-time guidance for implant positioning and bone preparation.

Failure of a fractured bone to heal properly after an adequate healing period.

Open reduction and internal fixation; surgical treatment involving opening the fracture site and securing bones with har...

A joint condition where bone underneath cartilage dies due to lack of blood flow, causing cartilage and bone fragments t...

Benign bone tumor consisting of cartilage-capped bony projection, most common primary bone tumor.

Reduced bone density that is lower than normal but not severe enough to be classified as osteoporosis.

Surgical fixation of bone fragments using internal devices such as plates, screws, or rods.

Surgical cutting of bone to correct deformity, relieve pain, or improve joint mechanics.

Abnormally high position of the kneecap relative to the femur.

Polyetheretherketone, a biocompatible polymer used in spinal and orthopedic implants.

A pediatric condition involving avascular necrosis of the femoral head, also known as Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease.

A foot deformity characterized by loss or absence of the medial longitudinal arch, commonly called flat foot.

Premature closure of a growth plate leading to limb length discrepancy or angular deformity.

A bony bridge across the growth plate that can cause growth disturbances.

Multiple traumatic injuries involving two or more organ systems or anatomical regions.

False joint formation at a fracture site due to failed bone healing.