Explore terminology associated with surgical procedures, medical interventions, and treatment modalities to comprehend the healthcare processes and procedures.
Surgical Procedures and Medical Interventions Introduction Surgical terminology describes operative procedures and interventions on the body. Suffixes convey the type of action performed. Common Surgical Suffixes -ectomy: surgical removal, e.g. appendectomy. -otomy: incision into, e.g. tracheotomy. -ostomy: creation of an opening, e.g. colostomy. -plasty: surgical repair or reshaping, e.g....…
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