bursectomy

/ˌbɜːrskəˈtɒmi/ or /ˌbɜːrˈskɛtəmi/

Definitions

1. noun

a surgical operation to remove a bursa, especially one that is inflamed or infected

“The doctor performed a bursectomy on the patient to alleviate the pain in her shoulder.”

Synonyms

  • bursal excision
  • bursal removal

Antonyms

  • bursal implantation