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Laminectomy

Definition:

A laminectomy is a surgical procedure in which the lamina of a vertebra is removed to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves, often performed to treat spinal stenosis or herniated discs.

Senses:

Sense 1:

(noun) A surgical procedure to alleviate pressure on the spinal cord or nerves.

Example: The patient underwent laminectomy to relieve the excruciating pain caused by spinal stenosis.

Sense 2:

(noun) The removal of the lamina from a vertebra.

Example: The laminectomy was performed to address the herniated disc and prevent further damage.

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