Surg. [f. SYMPATH(ETIC + Gr. ἐκτομή excision.] Excision of a sympathetic ganglion or other part of the sympathetic nerve. Also Sympathetectomy.
1900. The Physician & Surg., I. No. 7. 314. European Oculists and Surgeons have performed sympathectomy for glaucoma and exophthalmic goiter.
