Match the surgical procedures with their correct meanings.

-Removal of gum tissue
A)blepharoplasty
B)cecostomy
C)cholecystectomy
D)gastroduodenal anastomosis
E)gingivectomy
F)herniorrhaphy
G)paracentesis
H)sphincterotomy

Question

Match the surgical procedures with their correct meanings.

-Removal of gum tissue
A)blepharoplasty
B)cecostomy
C)cholecystectomy
D)gastroduodenal anastomosis
E)gingivectomy
F)herniorrhaphy
G)paracentesis
H)sphincterotomy

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Gingivectomy is the surgical procedure for the removal of gum tissue.

Answer: A
 Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that involves removing excess skin or fat from the eyelids.

Answer: C
 Cholecystectomy is the removal of the gallbladder.

Answer: D
 Gastroduodenal anastomosis is a surgical procedure where the stomach and small intestine are connected.

Answer: F
 Herniorrhaphy is a surgical procedure to repair a hernia.

Answer: G
 Paracentesis is a surgical procedure to remove excess fluid from the abdomen.

Answer: H
 Sphincterotomy is a surgical procedure to cut the muscle that controls the release of bile or pancreatic juice from the ducts.

Match the Surgical Procedures with Their Correct Meanings