n., pl., -mies.
Surgical removal of mastoid cells or part or all of the mastoid process.
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mastoidectomy
American Heritage Dictionary:
mas·toid·ec·to·my |
n., pl., -mies.
Surgical removal of mastoid cells or part or all of the mastoid process.
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American Heritage Stedman's Medical Dictionary:
mas·toid·ec·to·my |
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