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DeCS
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Descriptor English:
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Arthrometry, Articular
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Descriptor Spanish:
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artrometrķa articular
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Descriptor Portuguese:
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Artrometria Articular
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Synonyms English:
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Articular Arthrometry
Articular Goniometry
Goniometry, Articular
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Tree Number:
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E01.370.600.700.500
G11.427.760.500
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Definition English:
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Measurements of joint flexibility (RANGE OF MOTION, ARTICULAR), usually by employing an angle-measuring device (arthrometer). Arthrometry is used to measure ligamentous laxity and stability. It is often used to evaluate the outcome of ANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT replacement surgery. |
History Note English:
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2007
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Allowable Qualifiers English:
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Record Number:
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52423
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Unique Identifier:
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D053587
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Occurrence in VHL:
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Similar:
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DeCS
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