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neurectomy Definition

neu·rec·tomy (no̵o rek′tə mē, nyo̵o-)

noun pl. neurectomies -·mies

surgical removal of a nerve or part of a nerve

Etymology: neur- + -ectomy

neurectomy Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • vestibular: Cutting the balance nerve in an operation called vestibular neurectomy.