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Trephination

Description:

Trephination is a surgical procedure that involves making a hole or opening in the skull to treat various medical conditions or relieve pressure.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

• The ancient Egyptians practiced trephination as a treatment for headaches.
• Doctors sometimes recommend trephination to lessen the effects of certain brain injuries.

Verb:

• The surgeon skillfully trephinated the patient's skull to remove a blood clot.
• They chose to trephinate the area to allow for better drainage and healing.

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