Fasciotomy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Fasciotomy is a noun meaning (surgery) The cutting of the fascia to relieve tension or pressure (and treat the resulting loss of circulation to an area of tissue or muscle).
Meaning
(surgery) The cutting of the fascia to relieve tension or pressure (and treat the resulting loss of circulation to an area of tissue or muscle).
Example Sentences
The procedure, called needle aponeurotomy or percutaneous fasciotomy, involves using the bevel of a hypodermic needle to essentially shred the ropes of constricting fascia characteristic of Dupuytren’s disease.
Word Forms
- fasciotomies
Synonyms for fasciotomy
Depending on context, synonyms include fasciectomy.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include decompressive, faciotomy, fasciitis, fascitis, fasciation, fascia.
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