rhizotomy
noun /raɪ'zɑtəmi/
- Definition
- surgical procedure in which spinal nerve roots are cut; done (anterior roots) to relieve intractable pain or (posterior roots) to stop severe muscle spasms
- Example
- He tried to understand the true meaning of 'rhizotomy'.
- Etymology
- No etymology available.
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