Ventriculectomy
Ventriculectomy
Ventriculectomy (pronunciation: ven-trik-yu-lek-toh-mee) is a surgical procedure involving the removal or partial removal of a ventricle in the brain or heart.
Etymology
The term "Ventriculectomy" is derived from Latin ventriculus meaning "small belly" or "cavity", and the Greek suffix -ectomy meaning "excision" or "removal".
Procedure
In a ventriculectomy, the surgeon removes or reduces the size of a ventricle. This procedure is typically performed to alleviate symptoms associated with conditions such as Hydrocephalus or Congestive Heart Failure.
In the context of neurosurgery, a ventriculectomy may be performed to relieve pressure on the brain caused by excess cerebrospinal fluid. In cardiac surgery, a ventriculectomy may be performed to improve heart function in patients with severe heart disease.
Related Terms
- Ventricle: A hollow part or cavity in an organ, in particular.
- Hydrocephalus: A condition in which an accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid occurs within the brain.
- Congestive Heart Failure: A chronic progressive condition that affects the pumping power of your heart muscles.
- Neurosurgery: Surgery performed on the nervous system, especially the brain and spinal cord.
- Cardiac Surgery: Surgery on the heart or great vessels performed by cardiac surgeons.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ventriculectomy
- Wikipedia's article - Ventriculectomy
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