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appendectomy

 

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Noun appendectomy has 1 sense
  1. appendectomy, appendicectomy - surgical removal of the vermiform appendix
    --1 is a kind of ablation, extirpation, cutting out, excision

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Term: appendectomy

Description:

An appendectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of the appendix, a small pouch-like organ located at the beginning of the large intestine. It is usually performed as a treatment for appendicitis, which is the inflammation of the appendix.

Sample Sentences:

  • The doctor recommended an appendectomy to treat her severe appendicitis.
  • After experiencing excruciating abdominal pain, she underwent an emergency appendectomy.
  • Recovery after an appendectomy typically takes about one to two weeks.

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