laminectomy

laminectomy Definition

lami·nec·tomy (lam′i nek′tə mē)

noun pl. -·mies

the surgical removal of all or part of the bony arch of a spinal vertebra

Etymology: lamin(a) + -ectomy

laminectomy Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

lumbar: The period of bed rest may be a few days longer for a lumbar laminectomy.
thoracic: A small upper thoracic laminectomy is carried out and the anterolateral quadrant of the spinal cord is sectioned with specially designed blades.

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