Question

which of the following surgical procedures would remove an abnormal passageway?
a diverticulectomy
b hemorrhoidectomy
c colectomy
d fistulectomy

Explanation:

• Diverticulectomy: Removes a diverticulum (a pouch - like structure), not an abnormal passageway.
• Hemorrhoidectomy: Removes hemorrhoids (swollen veins in the anal area), not an abnormal passageway.
• Colectomy: Removes part or all of the colon, not an abnormal passageway.
• Fistulectomy: A fistula is an abnormal passageway between two organs or between an organ and the skin. Fistulectomy is the surgical removal of a fistula.

Answer:

D. fistulectomy