Module 15 Test

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

Back

Ovary

Front

The suffix "-stomy" refers to:

Back

Creation of an artificial opening

Front

What is endometriosis?

Back

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

Front

What does salpingectomy refer to?

Back

Surgical removal of a fallopian tube.

Front

What is a hysterectomy?

Back

The surgical removal of the uterus.

Front

What does the prefix "hystero-" refer to?

Back

Uterus

Front

What does the suffix "-ectomy" mean?

Back

Surgical removal of a specific part of the body.

Front

What is the function of the fallopian tubes?

Back

To transport eggs from the ovaries to the uterus.

Front

What is the medical term for inflammation of the ovaries?

Back

Oophoritis.

Front

What is the role of endometrial tissue?

Back

To line the uterus and support a fertilized egg.