Which of the following is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term parathyroidectomy?
A) para (beside) + thyroid (thyroid) + ectomy (incision) = incision beside the thyroid
B) para (beside) + thyroid (thyroid) + ectomy (removal) = removal beside the thyroid
C) para (inside) + thyroid (thyroid) + ectomy (incision) = incision inside the thyroid
D) para (inside) + thyroid (thyroid) + ectomy (removal) = removal of the inside of the thyroid
E) para (outside) + thyroid (thyroid) + ectomy (incision) = incision into the outside of the thyroid

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The term "parathyroidectomy" breaks down into "para" (beside), "thyroid" (thyroid), and "ectomy" (removal), meaning the removal of the parathyroid glands, which are located beside the thyroid.

Which of the Following Is the Correct Breakdown and Translation