Deafferentation
Deafferentation
Definition
Cutting off the afferent nerve supply. Often performed to relieve pain. (Taber's).
Also known as Deafferentation, Denervation — per NCIT
Also identified as
- UMLS C0011307 per NCIT
Anatomy
| Organ | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Nervous system | Procedure Has Target Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |