Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
laminectomy
Noun
/ˌlæ.mɪˈnɛk.tə.mi/
Definition
A surgical procedure that involves the removal of a portion of the vertebra called the lamina.
Examples
- The surgeon recommended a laminectomy to alleviate the patient’s chronic back pain.
- After the laminectomy, the patient was able to regain mobility and reduce their pain levels.
Meaning
Laminectomy is often performed to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves by removing the bony arch of the vertebra.
Synonyms
- decompression surgery
- spinal surgery
- vertebral resection
