tenotomy
Definition
Noun (countable/uncountable): A surgical procedure involving the cutting or division of a tendon, typically performed to correct a deformity, relieve tension, or improve mobility in a muscle or joint.
Usage Examples
- (A surgical cut of the tendon to correct tightness.)
- (The procedure is applied to a congenital condition.)
- (The post-surgical care following the tendon cutting.)
Advanced Usage
- "Percutaneous tenotomy": A minimally invasive technique where the tendon is cut through the skin using a needle or small blade.
- Percutaneous tenotomy is preferred for certain cases to reduce recovery time. (A less invasive form of the procedure.)
- "Tenotomy knife": A specialized surgical instrument with a thin, sharp blade designed specifically for cutting tendons.
- The surgeon used a tenotomy knife to ensure precise division of the tendon. (The tool used in the procedure.)
Variants and Related Words
- Tenotomist (noun): A surgeon who specializes in performing tenotomies.
- The tenotomist carefully assessed the tendon before the operation. (A specialist in tendon-cutting surgery.)
- Tenotomize (verb): To perform a tenotomy on a tendon.
- The orthopedic surgeon decided to tenotomize the tight tendon. (To carry out the surgical cut.)
Synonyms
- Tendon division: A general term for cutting a tendon.
- Tendotomy: An alternative spelling (less common) meaning the same procedure.
Related Idioms (None directly applicable)