myeloplast

/ˌmaɪəlɒplɑːst/

Definitions

1. noun

A surgical procedure to relieve obstruction of the flow of cerebrospinal fluid from the brain through the spinal canal, often caused by a blockage in the myelomeningocele or other congenital anomalies.

“The patient underwent a myeloplast to correct the spinal fluid blockage and alleviate symptoms.”

Synonyms

  • myelotomy
  • shunt procedure

Antonyms

  • myelotomy