What is another word for de-corticate?
Pronunciation: [dəkˈɔːtɪkˌe͡ɪt] (IPA) 
De-corticate is a medical term used to describe the involuntary loss of the outer layer of the brain, known as the cortex. Some synonyms for de-corticate include decerebrate rigidity, cerebral decortication, and cortical decortication. These terms describe the same condition and refer to the loss of function in the brain due to injury or disease. Other words that can be used in place of de-corticate are cortical dysfunction, brain damage, or neurodegeneration. While the loss of cortical function can have serious consequences for an individual's motor and cognitive abilities, medical interventions and rehabilitation can help improve outcomes and restore lost function.
