Neurotomy n. : The dissection, or anatomy, of the nervous system.

Neurotomy n. : The division of a nerve, for the relief of neuralgia, or for other purposes.

Example:
what problems can you have after a Neurotomy?

Taxonomy
neurotomy, Facet, facet joint, SpineUniverse, Back Pain, spine, nerve, society, nerve supply, needle, risk, Injections, interruption, denervation, pain, radio-frequency, pain relief, nerve branches.

Defination from the web:
neurotomy is a procedure which interrupts the nerve supply to a facet joint. This procedure is also called denervation. ... The neurotomy takes 10 to 45 minutes, depending on the number of levels to be done. The patient is then recovered in the observation area for 30 minutes to 1 hour. ...