What does the suffix 'ectomy' mean?
Medical Terminology - The Basics, Lesson 1.3 - Surgery
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This video tutorial covers medical terminology related to surgery, focusing on prefixes and suffixes that describe surgical processes, instruments, and grafting. It explains terms like ectomy, otomy, ostomy, and more, providing examples such as splenectomy and tracheotomy. The video also discusses surgical instruments and types of grafts, including autografts, allografts, and xenografts. Additionally, it touches on chemotherapy and includes practice exercises to reinforce learning.
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Explain the meaning of the term 'splenectomy'.
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What does the suffix 'otomy' signify in medical terminology?
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Define the term 'ileostomy'.
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What is the meaning of the suffix 'plasty'?
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What does the prefix 'auto' indicate in medical terms?
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What does 'electrocardiogram' refer to?
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Describe the process referred to as 'thoracentesis'.
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Explain the term 'nephropathy'.
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Define the term 'optometry' and its significance.
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