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Mesh term Total Disc Replacement

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Arthroplasty, Replacement

Description

The replacement of intervertebral discs in the spinal column with artificial devices. The procedure is done in the lumbar or cervical spine to relieve severe pain resulting from INTERVERTEBRAL DISC DEGENERATION.



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