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Femoral Head Ostectomy
Definition:
Femoral Head Ostectomy refers to the surgical procedure of removing the the ball-like joint at the head of the femur bone.

Also Known As:
Femoral Head Excision, FHO

Examples:
Raider will go into the veterinarian's office, and have a femoral head ostectomy.

 Related Terms
 Total Hip Replacement
 
 Triple Pelvic Osteotomy
 
 Hip Dysplasia
 
 
 
 
 

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