Dictionary Check: autoplasty

"autoplasty" is a valid word!

Scrabble 15 points
Words with Friends 17 points

Definition

noun

tissue that is taken from one site and grafted to another site on the same person

Example: "When fractures fail to unite, autografts of bone can be extremely valuable in helping the bone to heal."
Synonyms:
noun

surgical repair by using tissue from another part of the patient's own body

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