Coccygotomy is a medical term that refers to the surgical removal of the coccyx, commonly known as the tailbone. However, there are several alternative terms used to describe this procedure in medical literature and practice. These terms include coccyxectomy, coccygectomy, coccygectomy, and sacrococcygectomy. All of these terms refer to the same surgical removal of the tailbone, which is usually done to alleviate chronic pain or congenital abnormalities in the lower spine. Although these terms are interchangeable, the precise term used may vary depending on the specific medical context and the preference of the individual surgeon or medical professional involved.