arthrectomy

/ɑrθrɛkˈtɑmɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

a surgical operation in which a joint is cut into to repair or remove damaged or diseased tissue

“The doctor recommended a arthrectomy to relieve the patient’s chronic joint pain”

Synonyms

  • joint repair
  • joint surgery

Antonyms

  • arthroplasty
  • osteotomy