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What does the prefix "oophor/o-" refer to?

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Ovary

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The suffix "-stomy" refers to:

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Creation of an artificial opening

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What is endometriosis?

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A disorder involving the growth of endometrial tissue outside the uterus.

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What does salpingectomy refer to?

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Surgical removal of a fallopian tube.

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What is a hysterectomy?

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The surgical removal of the uterus.

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What does the prefix "hystero-" refer to?

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Uterus

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What does the suffix "-ectomy" mean?

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Surgical removal of a specific part of the body.

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What is the function of the fallopian tubes?

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To transport eggs from the ovaries to the uterus.

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What is the medical term for inflammation of the ovaries?

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Oophoritis.

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What is the role of endometrial tissue?

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To line the uterus and support a fertilized egg.