A Primitive Procedure That Was Used to "Release Evil Spirits

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Essay

A primitive procedure that was used to "release evil spirits" and consisted of boring, chipping, or bashing holes in the patients' heads was called __________.

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Definitions:

MD

Stands for Doctor of Medicine, a professional doctoral degree for physicians and surgeons.

Abbreviation

A condensed version of a word or phrase.

Epidermal Tissue

The outermost layer of cells covering the body of an organism, primarily involved in protection.

Dermis

The layer of skin beneath the epidermis that contains nerve endings, sweat glands, and blood vessels, responsible for the toughness and elasticity of the skin.