Question

which term means \surgical removal of the mastoid process\?
mastoidectomy tympanostomy tubes
myringotomy lensectomy

Explanation:

• Mastoidectomy: The suffix "-ectomy" means surgical removal. "Mastoid" refers to the mastoid process. So, mastoidectomy means surgical removal of the mastoid process.
• Tympanostomy tubes: These are small tubes inserted into the eardrum, not related to removal of the mastoid process.
• Myringotomy: This is an incision in the eardrum, not removal of the mastoid.
• Lensectomy: This is the removal of the lens of the eye, not related to the mastoid.

Answer:

mastoidectomy