laminectomy

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Definitions

noun

The surgical procedure to remove the bony arch or lamina from one or more vertebrae.

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Synonyms

rachiotomy decompressive laminotomy laminoforaminotomy laminoplasty hemilaminectomy hemilaminotomy lumbotomy vertebraectomy lobectomy lungectomy vertebrectomy labrectomy lumpectomy spondylectomy foraminotomy lesionectomy

Associated

lamina stenosis spinal surgical procedure fusion bone removal surgery disc pain portion

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