Match the surgical procedures with their correct meanings.

-New surgical connection between the stomach and the first part of the small intestine
A)blepharoplasty
B)cecostomy
C)cholecystectomy
D)gastroduodenal anastomosis
E)gingivectomy
F)herniorrhaphy
G)paracentesis
H)sphincterotomy

Question

Match the surgical procedures with their correct meanings.

-New surgical connection between the stomach and the first part of the small intestine
A)blepharoplasty
B)cecostomy
C)cholecystectomy
D)gastroduodenal anastomosis
E)gingivectomy
F)herniorrhaphy
G)paracentesis
H)sphincterotomy

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Gastroduodenal anastomosis is a surgical procedure that involves creating a new connection between the stomach and the first part of the small intestine.

Answer: B
 Cecostomy is a surgical procedure to create an opening through the abdominal wall into the cecum (the first part of the large intestine).

Answer: C
 Cholecystectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the gallbladder.

Answer: F
 Herniorrhaphy is a surgical procedure to repair a hernia (a protrusion of an organ or tissue through a weak spot in the surrounding muscle or tissue).

Answer: A
 Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the eyelids.

Answer: E
 Gingivectomy is a surgical procedure to remove gum tissue that has grown over the teeth, making the teeth appear shorter.

Answer: G
 Paracentesis is a surgical procedure to remove fluid from the abdominal cavity.

Answer: H
 Sphincterotomy is a surgical procedure to cut the sphincter muscle in the gastrointestinal tract, allowing the passage of materials that would otherwise be obstructed.

Match the Surgical Procedures with Their Correct Meanings