Amygdalohippocampectomy

Amygdalohippocampectomy (pronunciation: /əˌmɪɡdəloʊˌhɪpoʊkæmˈpɛktəmi/) is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of the amygdala and the hippocampus, two structures in the brain that play key roles in processing emotions and memory, respectively.

Etymology

The term "Amygdalohippocampectomy" is derived from the Greek words "amygdale" meaning almond (referring to the shape of the amygdala), "hippocampus" meaning seahorse (referring to the shape of the hippocampus), and "ectomy" meaning removal.

Procedure

The procedure is typically performed to treat severe cases of epilepsy when other treatment options have failed. It is a type of lobectomy and is often performed as part of a larger operation known as a temporal lobectomy.

Related Terms

Amygdala: An almond-shaped set of neurons located deep in the brain's medial temporal lobe. It plays a key role in processing emotions.
Hippocampus: A complex brain structure embedded deep into temporal lobe. It has a major role in learning and memory.
Epilepsy: A neurological disorder marked by sudden recurrent episodes of sensory disturbance, loss of consciousness, or convulsions, associated with abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
Lobectomy: Surgical removal of a lobe of an organ such as the thyroid gland, lung, liver, or brain.
Temporal Lobectomy: A surgical procedure involving the removal of one of the brain's temporal lobes.

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