Question

which term means \surgical removal of bone\?

1. craniectomy
2. ostectomy
3. craniotomy
4. osteotomy

Explanation:

The prefix "osteo -" refers to bone. " - ectomy" means surgical removal. So, "ostectomy" means surgical removal of bone. "Craniectomy" is removal of part of the skull, "craniotomy" is a surgical opening in the skull, and "osteotomy" is a surgical cutting of bone, not removal.

Answer:

B. ostectomy