lober

Example:The lobotomy was performed without the patient's consent, exploiting their vulnerability and causing severe psychological damage.

Definition:A surgical procedure involving the severing of certain neural connections in the brain, particularly affecting the frontal lobes. This procedure was performed in the mid-20th century and was controversial due to its potential side effects and ethical concerns.

Example:Neurosurgery has evolved significantly since the era of lobotomies, with less invasive and more precise techniques now being used.

Definition:The field of medical specialty that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, injuries, and disorders of the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nervous system.