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CHAPTER 11 FLASHCARD
MACY MITCHELL Discussion Board 3 Flashcard Set Medical Terminology
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Inflammation of the gums is called: | gingivitis |
| The S-shaped bend in the large intestine is termed: | sigmoid colon |
| Surgical removal of the colon is termed: | colectomy |
| Surgical removal of the duodenum is termed: | duodenectomy |
| Surgical removal of the intestines is termed: | enterectomy |
| The root lapar/o refers to ________________, | abdomen |
| Incision into the abdomen is termed: | laparotomy |
| Surgical reconstruction of gum tissue is termed: | gingivoplasty |
| Enlargement of the liver is termed: | hepatomegaly |
| The root odont/o is translated as: | tooth |