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Fusion (Medicine)
Fusion (pronounced: /ˈfjuːʒən/) is a term used in various fields of medicine to describe the process of joining two or more similar or dissimilar entities into a single unit. The term is derived from the Latin word "fusio", which means "a pouring out, melting, or casting".
Types of Fusion in Medicine
- Bone Fusion: Also known as arthrodesis, it is a surgical procedure used to join two or more bones permanently. It is commonly used to relieve pain and improve stability in damaged joints.
- Spinal Fusion: A surgical procedure used to correct problems with the small bones in the spine (vertebrae). It essentially "welds" the painful vertebrae so that they heal into a single, solid bone.
- Blood Cell Fusion: A process in which two different types of blood cells combine to form a hybrid cell. This is often used in research to study cell development and function.
- Protein Fusion: A technique used in molecular biology where two or more proteins are linked together to create a chimeric protein. This is often used in research to study protein function and interaction.
Related Terms
- Fission (Medicine): The opposite of fusion, fission is the process of splitting a single entity into two or more separate parts.
- Grafting (Medicine): A surgical procedure where tissue is moved from one site to another on the body, or from another creature, without bringing its own blood supply with it.
- Suture (Medicine): A stitch or row of stitches holding together the edges of a wound or surgical incision.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fusion
- Wikipedia's article - Fusion
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