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What is the medical term meaning surgical removal of a bone?
well, excise is a good word.For removal of a limb: AmputationFor removal of mass or organ: Excision (Excision means that tissue is removed, using a scalpel, laser or another instrument)To remove a tissue sample: BiopsyThe medical terminology combining form for surgical removal is -ectomy.Excision is the medical term meaning surgical removal. -ectomy is the medical terminology combining form meaning surgical removal.
Is arthrocentesis the surgical removal of fluid from a joint?
Yes, arthrocentesis is surgical puncture of a joint to remove fluid.It's true.
What is the medical term meaning surgical removal of an abnormal enlargement of the joint at the base of the great toe?
Bunionectomy is surgical removal of a bunion, and abnormal enlargement of the joint at the base of the big toe.
What is the medical term meaning removal of fluid from the knee joint?
The medical term for the removal of fluid from the knee joint is arthrocentesis or joint aspiration. It is a procedure performed to relieve pain and swelling caused by excess fluid accumulation in the knee joint.
What is the surgical removal of an aneurysm is an?
Aneurysmectomy is surgical removal of an aneurysm.
What is the term meaning surgical removal of a muscle?
Myectomy is surgical removal of a muscle.
Is a mastectomy a surgical removal of only the cancerous tissue?
Mastectomy is surgical removal of the whole breast. Lumpectomy is surgical removal of only the cancerous tissue.
What is the medical term meaning surgical removal of a cataract clouded lens?
the surgical removal of a cataract-clouded lens
What is the medical terminology combining form meaning surgical withdrawal of fluid from a body cavity?
-centesis is the medical terminology combining form meaning surgical withdrawal of fluid from a body cavity. So arthorcentesis is withdrawal of fluid from a joint, and tympanocentesis is withdrawal of fluid from behind the eardrum.
What is the term for removal of synovial fluid from the joint?
Synovitisarthritis.Usually Rheumatoid arthritis's, however Gout which is caused by uric acid crystals in the same area can also bring this about.
Is the surgical removal of an entire breast and its nipple?
The surgical removal of the breast is called a mastectomy.
What is the meaning of surgical removal of the colon and rectum?
Proctocolectomy is surgical removal of the colon and rectum.
