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Prosthetic Surgery<\/h2>\n<\/div>
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Prosthesis; trauma, tumor etc. It is the general name of ayts developed to imitate these limbs instead of body parts lost due to various reasons.<\/strong><\/p>\n

It may be necessary to remove the damaged organ from the body in order to protect the body’s health after trauma, tumor formations, gangrene and similar situations. In such cases, prostheses that imitate the shape and function of the removed organ are replaced with appropriate methods, tools and materials.<\/p>\n

What is a joint?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

They are special structures that combine two or more bone ends in a movable structure. For example, the knee joint is the structure that connects the lower end of the thigh bone (Femur) and the upper end of the shin bone (Tibia).<\/span>
\nThe ends of the bones forming the joint are surrounded by a soft, slippery and elastic cartilage structure. This structure resists load and pressure, allowing the joint to move easily and painlessly.<\/span><\/p>\n

The periphery of the joint is covered with a capsule, and the inside is covered with a membrane called synovia. The synovial membrane bpki is responsible for the production of joint sna, which acts like a lubricant. Joint fluid reduces friction and wear and nourishes cartilage.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is the meniscus?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

In the knee joint, in addition to other joint structures, there is an elastic cartilage called a crescent-shaped meniscus inside and outside.<\/span>
\nThe menisci soften the impacts, just like a shock absorber, make the joint stronger and facilitate movement with joint fluid.<\/span>
\nOpposite bones become stronger with connective tissues besides these soft tissue structures. Tendons crossing the joints provide both stability and comfortable movement through the muscles. This whole structure ensures that the entire body’s movement system works like a machine that works for years without wearing out.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Total Joint Replacement Operations<\/strong>
\nTotal joint replacement operations are based on the placement of various metal, polyethylene and ceramic-coated materials in place of organs that are devastated enough to lose their function and\/or have problems that may harm the rest of the body.
\nWhile more than 150,000 joints are replaced with prosthesis annually in the USA, it is around 20000-25000 in our country.<\/p>\n

Why is Total Joint Prosthesis Necessary?<\/strong>
\nCartilage damage and deformities that occur in the joints for different reasons cause pain, difficulty in movement and disruption in the person. Therefore, the joint surfaces need to be rehabilitated and replaced.<\/p>\n

The main causes of cartilage damage (Degenerative Arthritis) in the joints are;<\/strong><\/p>\n