proarthri

/prəˈɑrθrəsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of arthritic joint deformation in which the joint space is obliterated and the joint surface is replaced by fibrous tissue, resulting in a loss of joint mobility and function.

“The patient’s proarthrosis made it difficult for her to move her shoulder after the accident.”

Synonyms

  • arthrosis
  • degenerative joint disease

Antonyms

  • fibrocartilage
  • hyaline cartilage