Question

identify the suffix for removal of.

multiple choice
-ectomy
-tome
-pexy
-stomy

Explanation:

Analyze the question stem

The question asks to identify the medical suffix that means "removal of" (excision or surgical removal).

Evaluate the given options

• -ectomy: Means surgical removal, excision, or resection (e.g., appendectomy, tonsillectomy).
• -tome: Refers to an instrument used to cut (e.g., dermatome).
• -pexy: Means surgical fixation or suspension (e.g., nephropexy).
• -stomy: Means surgical creation of an artificial opening (e.g., colostomy).

Select the correct option

The suffix that represents "removal of" is -ectomy.

Answer:

• -ectomy (Correct answer)
• -tome
• -pexy
• -stomy