ARTIFICIAL IMPLANT
\ˌɑːtɪfˈɪʃə͡l ˈɪmplant], \ˌɑːtɪfˈɪʃəl ˈɪmplant], \ˌɑː_t_ɪ_f_ˈɪ_ʃ_əl ˈɪ_m_p_l_a_n_t]\
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Artificial substitutes for body parts, and materials inserted into tissue for functional, cosmetic, or therapeutic purposes. Prostheses can be functional, as in the case of artificial arms and legs, or cosmetic, as in the case of an artificial eye. Implants, all surgically inserted or grafted into the body, tend to be used therapeutically. IMPLANTS, EXPERIMENTAL is available for those used experimentally.
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