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Which type of medication is commonly used to treat infections of the lymph nodes and lymph vessels?
Which type of medication is commonly used to treat infections of the lymph nodes and lymph vessels?
- Antibiotics (correct)
- Antidepressants
- Painkillers
- Antacids
What surgical procedure involves the removal of lymph nodes?
What surgical procedure involves the removal of lymph nodes?
- Angioplasty
- Lymphadenectomy (correct)
- Hysterectomy
- Appendectomy
In which condition would excision of the affected lymphatic structure be necessary?
In which condition would excision of the affected lymphatic structure be necessary?
- Common cold
- Diabetes
- Cancer (correct)
- Asthma
Which surgical procedure involves the removal of the tonsils?
Which surgical procedure involves the removal of the tonsils?
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What is the purpose of an adenoidectomy?
What is the purpose of an adenoidectomy?
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What is the purpose of a splenectomy?
What is the purpose of a splenectomy?
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Study Notes
Medication for Lymph Node and Vessel Infections
- Antibiotics are commonly prescribed to treat infections in lymph nodes and lymph vessels.
Surgical Removal of Lymph Nodes
- Lymphadenectomy involves the surgical removal of lymph nodes to assess or treat conditions like cancer.
Excision of Affected Lymphatic Structures
- Excision of lymphatic structures may be necessary in cases of severe infections, tumors, or lymphatic obstruction.
Tonsil Removal Procedure
- Tonsillectomy is the surgical procedure that involves the removal of the tonsils, often performed to treat recurrent tonsillitis or obstructive sleep apnea.
Purpose of Adenoidectomy
- An adenoidectomy is performed to remove the adenoids, often to improve breathing, reduce ear infections, or treat sleep apnea.
Purpose of Splenectomy
- A splenectomy involves the removal of the spleen, typically to treat conditions such as splenomegaly, trauma, or certain blood disorders.
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