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trephination

 

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Noun trephination has 1 sense
  1. trephination - a operation that removes a circular section of bone from the skull
    --1 is a kind of
    operation, surgery, surgical operation, surgical procedure, surgical process
    Derived form: verb trephine1

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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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