Match the surgical procedures with their correct meanings.

-New opening of the first part of the colon to the outside of the body
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 opening of the first part of the colon to the outside of the body
A)blepharoplasty
B)cecostomy
C)cholecystectomy
D)gastroduodenal anastomosis
E)gingivectomy
F)herniorrhaphy
G)paracentesis
H)sphincterotomy

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Cecostomy is a surgical procedure that creates a new opening of the first part of the colon to the outside of the body.

Answer: D
 Gastroduodenal anastomosis is a surgical procedure that joins the stomach to the duodenum.

Answer: H
 Sphincterotomy is a surgical procedure that involves cutting a muscle in the body called a sphincter to help alleviate pressure or pain.

Note: The other surgical procedures listed are as follows:
A) Blepharoplasty - surgery to remove excess skin or fat from the eyelids
C) Cholecystectomy - surgical removal of the gallbladder
E) Gingivectomy - surgical removal of gum tissue
F) Herniorrhaphy - surgical repair of a hernia
G) Paracentesis - surgical puncture of a body cavity to remove fluid

Match the Surgical Procedures with Their Correct Meanings