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This medical exhibit pictures a proposed left total knee joint replacement from an antero-medial (front, inner side) view. The surgical procedure describes cutting away the articular surfaces of the femur and tibia and cementing of the prosthesis in place to restore the knee joint. Labeled structures on this graphic include the femoral and tibial components of the prosthesis.
© 2012 Nucleus Medical Art/Doctor Stock
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