Medical Terminology: Surgical Terms
Essential surgical terminology including procedures, instruments, and operative terms.
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What does the surgical suffix '-ectomy' mean?
The surgical removal or excision of an organ or body part.
What is the meaning of the surgical suffix '-otomy'?
Making an incision or cutting into an organ or tissue.
Define the surgical suffix '-ostomy'.
The surgical creation of a permanent or semi-permanent artificial opening (stoma).
What does the suffix '-plasty' indicate in a surgical context?
Surgical repair, restoration, or reconstruction of a body part.
What is the definition of the surgical suffix '-pexy'?
Surgical fixation or suspension of an organ that is displaced or sagging.
What does the suffix '-rraphy' mean?
Surgical suturing or repair of a body part.
What is the primary difference between a laparotomy and a laparoscopy?
A laparotomy involves a large open incision into the abdominal cavity, while a laparoscopy uses small incisions and a camera (laparoscope).
Define the term 'anastomosis' in a surgical procedure.
The surgical connection made between two structures, such as blood vessels or loops of intestine.
What is 'debridement'?
The surgical removal of dead, damaged, or infected tissue to improve the healing potential of remaining healthy tissue.
Describe the 'Trendelenburg position' used during surgery.
The patient is placed supine on the operating table with the head tilted lower than the feet.
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