Neurosurgery (noun)

The branch of medicine that involves the surgical treatment of disorders of the nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord.

Origin:

The word "neurosurgery" comes from the combination of the words "neuro" meaning "related to the nerves or nervous system" and "surgery" meaning "a medical procedure involving an incision with instruments", it refers to the surgical treatment of disorders of the nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord.

Examples:

1. He was a renowned neurosurgeon who specialized in brain tumors.
2. The patient required neurosurgery to remove a herniated disk.
3. Neurosurgery has made significant advances in recent years.
4. She decided to pursue a career in neurosurgery because she was fascinated by the intricacies of the nervous system.
5. The neurosurgery was successful and the patient's symptoms improved dramatically.