rhizotomy

- 4 dictionary results

rhi⋅zot⋅o⋅my

[rahy-zot-uh-mee]

–noun, plural -mies. Surgery.

the surgical section or cutting of the spinal nerve roots, usually posterior or sensory roots, to eliminate pain.

Use rhizotomy in a Sentence

See images of rhizotomy

Search rhizotomy on the Web

Origin:
1910–15; rhizo- + -tomy

Dictionary.com Unabridged
Based on the Random House Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2010.
Cite This Source

Link To rhizotomy

Laser Facet Rhizotomy
High success rate - Gentle non invasive procedure. Proven results

www.Laser-Spine.com

Rhizotomy
Learn causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention for any health issue

EverydayHealth.com

rhi·zot·o·my (rī-zŏt'ə-mē)

n. pl. rhi·zot·o·mies
Surgical severance of spinal nerve roots to relieve pain or hypertension.

The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Company.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved.
Cite This Source

Medical Dictionary

Main Entry: rhi·zot·o·my
Pronunciation: rI-'zät-&-mE
Function: noun
Inflected Form: plural -mies
: theoperation of cutting the anterior or posterior spinal nerve roots

rhizotomy rhi·zot·o·my (rī-zŏt'ə-mē)
n.
Surgical severance of spinal nerve roots, as for the relief of pain. Also called radicotomy, radiculectomy.

Search another word or see rhizotomy on Thesaurus | Reference

Rhizotomy
Relax. Take a deep breath. We have the answers you seek.

www.RightHealth.com

Facebook TwitterFollow us:

About
·
Privacy Policy
·
Terms of Use
·
Careers
·
Advertise with Us
·
Link to Us
·
Contact Us

Partner Sites:

Expedia Hotels Hotwire Life123 LiveDaily The Daily Beast Urbanspoon Ask Answers Bloglines Sendori