cionotomy

/saɪ.əˈnɒt.əmɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

A surgical procedure that involves the cutting of the ciliary nerves or ciliary ganglion

“The ophthalmologist specialized in performing delicate cionotomies to treat eye disorders.”

Synonyms

  • enucleation
  • neurectomy

Antonyms

  • neuroplasty
  • reinnervation