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Noun ankylosis has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebAnkylosisNoun: Ankylosis refers to the abnormal adhesion or fusion of bones in a joint, resulting in the immobility and stiffness of that joint. Example sentence: The patient's rheumatoid arthritis led to the ankylosis of several joints in their hands. Noun: Ankylosis can also denote the union or consolidation of two or more separate elements, typically bones or joints. Example sentence: The ankylosis of the spinal vertebrae provided stability but reduced flexibility in the patient's back. Noun: In dentistry, ankylosis describes the abnormal fusion of a tooth to the jawbone, resulting in its immobility. Example sentence: Given the advanced stage of ankylosis, the dentist had to extract the affected tooth. Related products on Amazon: Ankylosis SupplementsAnkylosis Brace Ankylosis Relief Products | ||||
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