Which surgical intervention is used to remove inflamed tissue in patients with severe rheumatoid arthritis?

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Asynovectomy
Bcarpal tunnel release
Chip replacement
Darthroscopy

✓ Correct answer: A. synovectomy Synovectomy is a surgical procedure where the synovial membrane of a joint is removed to reduce pain and improve function in patients with severe rheumatoid arthritis.

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