English Explanatory Dictionary

fasciotomy

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The cutting of the fascia to relieve tension or pressure (and treat the resulting loss of circulation to an area of tissue or muscle).

Word forms

fasciotomy fasciotomies

Etymology

From fascio- + -tomy.

Synonyms

fasciectomy
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