myomalacia

/maɪˌɒməˈlækiə/ or /maɪˌoʊməˈleɪkiə/

Definitions

1. noun

a condition characterized by softening of the spinal ligaments, often due to degeneration or trauma, leading to a loss of spinal stability and flexibility

“The patient was diagnosed with myomalacia, which required immediate surgical intervention to prevent further damage to the spine.”

Synonyms

  • ligamentous laxity
  • spondylolisthesis

Antonyms

  • osteoporosis
  • spondylosis