Question

posttest

1. which of the following terms means \excision of the pancreas\?

pancreatalgia
pancreatomy
pancreatectomy
pancreatocle

Explanation:

• Pancreatalgia: The suffix "-algia" means pain. So, pancreatalgia means pain in the pancreas.
• Pancreatomy: The suffix "-tomy" means incision. So, pancreatomy means incision of the pancreas.
• Pancreatectomy: The suffix "-ectomy" means excision or removal. So, pancreatectomy means excision of the pancreas.
• Pancreaticoduodenectomy: This is a more complex surgical term involving the pancreas and duodenum, not just excision of the pancreas.

Answer:

Pancreatectomy