noun
psychosurgery
Medical term for surgical procedures on the brain intended to treat severe mental disorders. Historically associated with lobotomy; modern use is rare and highly regulated.
精神外科は、重度の精神疾患に対する治療法の一つとして議論されてきた。
Psychosurgery has been discussed as one treatment method for severe mental illness.
Compound of 精神 (mind, psyche) and 外科 (surgery). A direct calque of English 'psychosurgery'.