ABBE'S OPERATION
\ˈabz ˌɒpəɹˈe͡ɪʃən], \ˈabz ˌɒpəɹˈeɪʃən], \ˈa_b_z ˌɒ_p_ə_ɹ_ˈeɪ_ʃ_ə_n]\
Definitions of ABBE'S OPERATION
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Dana's operation; intracranial resection of the 2d and 3d divisions of the 5th nerve, with the interposition of rubber tissue at the foramen rotundum and foramen ovale to prevent reunion of the divided nerves, for the relief of tic douloureux.
By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop
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trigger-area
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