List of -ectomies
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The surgical terminology suffix -ectomy was taken from Greek εκ-τομια = "act of cutting out". It means surgical removal of something, usually from inside the body.
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Adenectomy is the surgical removal of a gland.
Adenoidectomy is the surgical removal of the adenoids, also known as the pharyngeal tonsils.
Adrenalectomy is the removal of one or both adrenal glands.
Aneurysmectomy is the resection or removal of an aneurysm.
Apicoectomy is the surgical removal of tooth's root tip.
Appendectomy is the surgical removal of the appendix; it is also known as an appendicectomy.
Arthrectomy is the removal of a joint of the body.
Atherectomy is a removal of atherosclerosis.
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