a division of one of the vertebral laminae, which are the flattened parts of either side of the vertebral arch

partial removal of the lamina.

An operation to remove part of the lamina. This is done to allow more room for the spinal cord and nerves.

Surgical procedure removing a small bony portion of shigle-like elements (lamina) that protect the neural canal to relieve pressure on the nerve roots.

An opening made in a lamina. Formation of a hole in the lamina without disrupting the continuity of the entire lamina to approach the intervertebral disc or neural structures.

A surgical procedure where part of the lamina of a vertebra is removed for access to the disk.

partial removal or creating an opening in the lamina

An opening made in a lamina, to relieve pressure on the nerve roots.

Surgical shaving of bone from the lamina of a vertebra.