Definition of Rhizotomy

Noun: rhizotomy  rI'zó-tu-mee

1. Surgical procedure in which spinal nerve roots are cut; done (anterior roots) to relieve intractable pain or (posterior roots) to stop severe muscle spasms

See also:
rhizotomies
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Anagrams containing the word rhizotomy

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