arthrodymic

/ɑːrθrəˈdɪmɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by arthrodesis, the surgical fusion of adjacent bones to form a single, solid bone

“The patient was diagnosed with arthrodymic deformity after undergoing the surgery.”

2. noun

a condition characterized by arthrodesis, the surgical fusion of adjacent bones

“The doctor explained that the patient was suffering from arthrodymic condition due to the accident.”

Synonyms

  • arthrodesic
  • arthrodic

Antonyms

  • disarticulated
  • unfused