Removal of all or a portion of the colon is referred to as a(n):
A)colostomy.
B)colectomy.
C)ileostomy.
D)gastrectomy.
E)ostomy.

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The term used to describe the removal of all or a portion of the colon is colectomy. Colostomy involves creating an opening in the abdominal wall for the colon to be brought to the surface, while ileostomy involves bringing the small intestine to the surface. Gastrectomy refers to the removal of the stomach. Ostomy is a general term used to describe a surgical procedure in which an opening is created in the body for the purpose of waste removal.

Removal of All or a Portion of the Colon Is