Definition

A type of medical operation that involves treating or repairing parts of the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.

Example

The patient underwent neurosurgery to remove a tumor from his brain.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about what it's like to study neurosurgery?

Not really, but it sounds super interesting and complex.

Yeah, I imagine the surgeries must be intense and very precise.

Definitely! I respect anyone who can handle that kind of pressure.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Neurosurgery → It is formed from "neuro-" (from Greek "neuron", meaning nerve) and "surgery" (from Old French "chirurgie", meaning the work of a surgeon). The word "neurosurgery" refers to the surgical treatment of conditions related to the nervous system, particularly the brain and spinal cord.

Memory Tip

Think of 'nerve' ('neuro-') and the 'work of a surgeon' ('surgery') to remember that neurosurgery is the surgical treatment involving nerves.

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