Operating to remove a small amount of tissue to test for malignancy is called _____ surgery.

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Diagnostic surgery involves removing a small amount of tissue to test for malignancy (cancer). Preventative surgery is done to prevent a disease or condition from occurring, curative surgery is done to remove the disease or condition, and palliative surgery is done to alleviate symptoms without curing the underlying disease.

Operating to Remove a Small Amount of Tissue to Test