Ostectomy
Ostectomy
Ostectomy (pronounced: os-tek-tuh-mee) is a surgical procedure involving the removal of bone or part of a bone. The term is derived from the Greek words "osteon" meaning bone and "ektome" meaning excision.
Etymology
The term "Ostectomy" is derived from two Greek words: "osteon" which means bone, and "ektome" which means excision. Therefore, the term literally translates to "bone excision".
Procedure
An Ostectomy is performed by a surgeon who specializes in orthopedic surgery. The procedure involves the removal of bone or a portion of bone. This can be done for a variety of reasons, including to treat diseases such as osteosarcoma, to correct deformities, or to alleviate pain. The specific method and technique used for the ostectomy will depend on the location and size of the bone being removed.
Related Terms
- Osteotomy: A surgical procedure that involves cutting or removing a piece of bone. This is often done to correct a deformity or to realign a bone that has healed improperly after a fracture.
- Osteosarcoma: A type of cancer that starts in the bones. It is the most common type of bone cancer in children and teenagers.
- Orthopedic surgery: A branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic surgeons use both surgical and nonsurgical means to treat musculoskeletal trauma, spine diseases, sports injuries, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors, and congenital disorders.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ostectomy
- Wikipedia's article - Ostectomy
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