HealthAugust 16, 2026
osteotomy
os-tee-OT-uh-mee
Definition
A surgical procedure that involves cutting into or through a bone to realign, shorten, or lengthen it.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek 'osteon' meaning 'bone' and 'tomē' meaning 'a cutting' or 'incision', dating back to the late 19th century.
In the news
Dr. Hashmi performed a three-column osteotomy to deconstruct and reshape Maggio's previously fused spine, allowing for better alignment and movement.
Spine reconstruction restored his life
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