Spondylectomy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Spondylectomy is a noun meaning (surgery) removal of all parts of one or more vertebrae above the sacrum.
Meaning
(surgery) removal of all parts of one or more vertebrae above the sacrum.
Example Sentences
A classic corpectomy, which leaves the posterior column intact, is no better in terms of stability/stiffness than a total spondylectomy, when the total spondylectomy is carried out using a shorter cage followed by compression using posterior instrumentation.
Word Forms
- spondylectomies
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include spondylodesis, sacrectomy, pediculectomy, vertebrectomy, splenectomy, spinalization.
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