title: Arthrodesis.
abstract: Arthrodesis is the surgical fixation of a joint designed to accomplish fusion of the joint surfaces by promoting the proliferation of bone cells. This article considers indications for arthrodesis and techniques for arthrodesis of individual joints.
authors.forename: R C
authors.initials: RC
authors.lastname: Penwick
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D001174:Arthrodesis / Q000662:veterinary*; D007592:Joint Diseases / Q000601:surgery / Q000662:veterinary*