Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Prosthesis Retention

Holding a PROSTHESIS in place.

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Abstract

Holding a PROSTHESIS in place.

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Synonyms

3 entry terms
  • Retention, Prosthesis
  • Prosthesis Fixation
  • Fixation, Prosthesis

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Aspects Covered

14 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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Indexing Annotation

coordinate with specific prosthesis with no qualifiers; DENTAL PROSTHESIS RETENTION is also available

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History Note

2012

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Tree Number

  1. E02w.794.500

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Prosthesis Retention. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D060489. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D060489
  2. Prosthesis Retention. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q73508911