craniophore

/krənaɪˈɒfɔr/

Definitions

1. noun

A device used to hold and position the skull during surgical procedures, especially in neurosurgery.

“The neurosurgeon carefully positioned the patient’s skull with the craniophore before making the incision.”

Synonyms

  • cranial clamp
  • skull clamp

Antonyms

  • skull retractor