SPONDYLOTOMY Meaning and
Definition
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Spondylotomy refers to a surgical procedure that involves the deliberate or intentional cutting or opening of the vertebrae in the spine. It is an orthopedic surgery primarily performed to provide relief or access to the spinal cord or spinal nerve roots in cases where there is compression or impingement, typically due to a herniated disc or spinal stenosis. This procedure is usually performed to alleviate symptoms such as pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness that may be caused by the compression or encroachment on the spinal structures.
During a spondylotomy, a surgeon creates an incision in the back or neck and may use specialized tools to remove part or all of the vertebra(e), the bony structure surrounding the spinal cord. The procedure aims to eliminate or reduce pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots, allowing for improved function and alleviation of symptoms.
Spondylotomy may also involve the fusion or stabilization of the spine using spinal instrumentation, such as metal plates, screws, cages, or bone grafts, to promote healing and prevent the vertebrae from moving or collapsing after the procedure.
This surgical intervention requires general anesthesia and is generally performed by orthopedic or neurosurgeons who specialize in spine surgery. Recovery time may vary depending on the extent of the surgical intervention, and postoperative rehabilitation and physical therapy are often necessary to promote healing and restore function.
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1. Section of the spine of the fetus to facilitate delivery in case of impaction. 2. Laminectomy, rhachitomy.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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Etymology of SPONDYLOTOMY
The word "spondylotomy" is derived from two Greek roots: "spondylo" (σπόνδυλο), meaning "vertebra", and "tomḗ" (τομή), meaning "cutting" or "incision". Therefore, "spondylotomy" is a medical term that refers to a surgical procedure involving the cutting or incision of a vertebra.
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