Which of the following medical terms refers to a surgical incision to remove a stone?
A)Nephrotomy
B)Nephrectomy
C)Lithonephrotomy
D)Lithectomy
E)Nephrolithotomy

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Nephrolithotomy refers to the surgical incision to remove a stone from the kidney. Nephrotomy refers to a surgical incision into the kidney, but not necessarily to remove a stone. Nephrectomy refers to the surgical removal of a kidney. Lithonephrotomy and Lithectomy are not medical terms.

Which of the Following Medical Terms Refers to a Surgical