callosectomy

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Noun callosectomy has 1 sense

callosotomy, callosectomy - severing the corpus callosum so that communication between the cerebral hemispheres is interrupted (in cases of severe intractable epilepsy)
--₁ is a kind of psychosurgery

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Callosectomy

Definition: Callosectomy refers to the surgical removal of the connective tissue called callose.

Sample Sentences:

After extensive research, the doctors decided to perform a callosectomy on the patient with severe callose buildup.
The callosectomy procedure aims to improve the plant's vascular system, allowing better nutrient flow.
During the callosectomy, the surgeon skillfully removed the excess callose, restoring normal function to the organ.

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