Orthopaedics

Choong, Peter FM

doi:10.5694/j.1326-5377.2002.tb04263.x

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Joint arthroplasty is arguably the most successful operation in modern times. Orthopaedics of the future, however, will focus on new strategies for contemporary problems that integrate advancing technology and basic science with surgery.

Department of Orthopaedics, St Vincent's Hospital, Fitzroy, VIC.

Correspondence: sarcomasurgeon@ozemail.com.au

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