Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
denervation
Noun
/ˌdiːnərˈveɪʃən/
Definition
The process of cutting off the nerve supply to a part of the body.
Examples
- The surgical denervation of the affected muscle helped alleviate the chronic pain.
- Denervation can lead to muscle atrophy if the nerve supply is not restored.
- Scientists study denervation to understand nerve injuries and potential treatments.
Meaning
Denervation refers to the loss or removal of nerve supply, which can affect the function of muscles or organs due to the lack of nerve impulses.
Synonyms
- Neurolytic
- Nerve loss
- Nerve severance
