quadricepsplasty

qua·dri·ceps·plas·ty

(kwah'dri-seps'plas-tē), A corrective surgical procedure on the quadriceps femoris muscle and tendon to release adhesions and improve mobility, with the goal of improving the range of flexion of the knee. [quadriceps + G. plastos, formed]

quadricepsplasty

(kwŏd″rĭ-sĕps′plăs-tē) [″ + ″ + Gr. plassein, to form] Plastic surgery to repair adhesions and scars around the quadriceps femoris muscle in order to restore function.