1. SYN: dissection. 2. Operation for the removal of a necrosed portion of bone (sequestrum). [necro- + G. tome, cutting]
- osteoplastic n. removal of a bone sequestrum through a hinged window of bone which is then replaced.
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1) dissection of dead bodies
2) surgical removal of necrosed bone
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ne·crot·o·my (nə-krotґə-me) [necro- + -tomy] 1. dissection of a dead body. 2. sequestrectomy.Medical dictionary. 2011.