Stack #88894 Word Scramble
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Term | Definition |
abortion | induced termination of a pregnancy |
breast reconstrucion | using implants to reshape the breasts of a postmastectomy patient |
cauterization | chemical or heat destruction of abnormal tissues |
conization | removal of a cone-shaped wedge from the cervix to remove lesions and/or collect a tissue sample for biopsy |
cryosurgery | freezing of abnormal tissue to destroy it |
cesarean section | surgical incision into the abdomen and uterus to deliver |
dilation and curettage (D & C) | surgical dilation of the cervix and scraping of the uterus |
episiotomy | incision into the perineum to widen the vagina for birth |
hormone replacement therapy (HRT) | medications given to replace the hormones that are no longer produced in the body during menopause and to slow down bone density loss |
hysterectomy | surgical removal of the uterus |
kegel exercises | exercises to strengthen pubic muscles |
laparoscopic tubal coagulation and division | sterilization process of cauterization and division of the fallopian tubes |
mastectomy | surgical removal of the breast |
oophorectomy | surgical removal of the ovary |
panhysterectomy | surgical removal of the uterus and cervix |
panhysterosalpingo-oophorectomy | total hysterectomy removes the uterus, cervix, fallopian tubes and ovaries |
polypectomy | surgical removal of a polyp |
salpingo-oophorectomy | surgical removal of the fallopian tube and ovary |
tubal ligation | sterilization process of the fallopian tube being tied off and a piece removed |
uterine suspension | surgical reinforcement of the supporting structure of the uterus |
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