An incision of the cranium to gain access to the brain during a neurosurgical procedure is called a
A) craniotomy.
B) craniectomy.
C) craniocentesis.
D) cranioplasty.
E) craniography.

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A craniotomy involves making an incision in the cranium (skull) to access the brain during a neurosurgical procedure. A craniectomy involves removing a portion of the cranium temporarily or permanently. Craniocentesis, cranioplasty, and craniography are not terms used to describe this type of procedure.

An Incision of the Cranium to Gain Access to the Brain