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stereotactic

/ˌstɛriəʊˈtæktɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does stereotactic mean?

adjective

Relating to or using a technique in which a device is guided to a precise location in three-dimensional space, especially for medical purposes. Involving or relating to the precise location of something in three-dimensional space.

Example

"The stereotactic procedure was used to remove the tumor with minimal damage to surrounding tissue."

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