Craniotomy
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Craniotomy is a noun meaning (surgery) The surgical procedure for removing a part of the skull, called a bone flap, prior to a treatment. The bone flap is replaced at the end of the operation.
Meaning
(surgery) The surgical procedure for removing a part of the skull, called a bone flap, prior to a treatment. The bone flap is replaced at the end of the operation.
Word Forms
- craniotomies
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