psychosurgical

/ˌsaɪkoʊˈsɜrdʒɪkəl/
adjective
  1. Relating to brain surgery performed to treat mental disorders.
    • The psychosurgical procedure was carefully planned to avoid damaging healthy tissue.
    • The patient's family discussed the psychosurgical options with the doctor.
    • New psychosurgical techniques have reduced the risks of the operation.
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