What the FDA is responsible for is protecting public health. They attempt to assure and regulate the safety, efficacy and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, medical devices, the United States food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation.
RN, FNP, 21 years experience. Chondroplasty is the medical term meaning surgical repair of cartilage. (chondr/o meaning cartilage and -plasty meaning surgical repair). Chondroplasty is the medical term meaning surgical repair of cartilage. (chondr/o meaning cartilage and -plasty meaning surgical repair).
What is the medical term meaning surgical repair or replacement of a joint? The surgical repair or replacement of a joint is known as  arthroplasty. Replacement of a joint may also be referred to as  prosthetic arthroplasty or total joint replacemenâ¦t.