Is Eburnation a Word?

noun Pathology. an abnormal condition in which bone becomes hard and dense like ivory.

What does Eburnation mean?

: a diseased condition in which bone or cartilage is eburnated.

What is Eburnation joint?

Eburnation is described as a specific type of bone sclerosis consisting of a marbled appearance of weight-bearing joints with complete cartilaginous erosion, leaving polished, sclerotic bone as the new articular surface bone, it is commonly seen in patients with osteoarthritis or non-union of fractures.

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