Condylectomy

/ˌkɒndɪˈlɛktəmi/ noun

Definition

A surgical procedure in which a condyle is removed or partially removed from a bone.

Etymology

From kondylos (knob) + Greek -ectomy (cutting out, removal). Medical term following surgical nomenclature conventions for removal procedures.

Kelly Says

Doctors might perform a condylectomy to repair joint damage from arthritis or injury—essentially smoothing out or removing the damaged rounded end to restore function.

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