Definitions

1. verb

to partially cut or divide the vagus nerve, often as a surgical procedure

“The surgeon had to vagotomize the patient to alleviate symptoms of hyperhidrosis.”

2. verb

to sever or interrupt the vagus nerve, either intentionally or unintentionally

“The vagus nerve was vagotomized during the surgery, causing an unexpected side effect.”

3. noun

the act of vagotomizing, especially in a medical context

“The patient’s vagotomization was a result of a botched surgical procedure.”