A surgical connection between blood vessels or the joining of one hollow or tubular organ to another is a(n):

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The surgical connection between blood vessels or the joining of one hollow or tubular organ to another is called an anastomosis. Choice A, claudication, refers to pain or discomfort in the leg while walking or exercising, usually caused by peripheral artery disease. Choice B, bruit, is an abnormal sound heard during auscultation caused by turbulent blood flow. Choice C, aneurysm, is an abnormal bulging or ballooning of a weakened arterial wall.

A Surgical Connection Between Blood Vessels or the Joining of One