Questions and Answers
-centesis refers to which type of procedure?
-graphy is the process of producing which of the following?
What does -gram mean?
a picture or record
-plasty refers to which type of medical procedure?
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What type of examination does -scopy refer to?
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Study Notes
Surgical Procedures Suffixes
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-centesis: Indicates a surgical procedure to remove fluid.
- Example: Abdominocentesis involves puncturing the abdominal cavity to extract fluid.
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-graphy: Refers to the process of producing a visual record or image.
- Example: Angiography captures an x-ray study of blood vessels, enhanced with a contrast medium.
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-gram: Denotes the actual picture or record created from a procedure.
- Example: An angiogram is the film obtained from angiography procedures, focusing on blood vessels.
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-plasty: Signifies surgical repair or reconstruction.
- Example: Myoplasty is the surgical intervention aimed at repairing muscles.
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-scopy: Represents a visual examination of internal structures.
- Example: Arthroscopy enables physicians to examine the inside of a joint visually.
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Explore crucial medical terminology focused on suffixes related to surgical procedures. This quiz includes definitions and examples to enhance your understanding of medical terms like -centesis and -graphy. Perfect for students in healthcare fields seeking to expand their vocabulary.
