cholecystectomy
IPA: kʌɫˈɛtsɪstˈɛktʌmi
noun
- (surgery) The surgical procedure to remove the gall bladder
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Examples of "cholecystectomy" in Sentences
- Cholecystectomy is a very minor procedure nowadays.
- I believe the cystic duct is removed in cholecystectomy.
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a routine operation nowadays.
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy has been used to treat the condition.
- The patient may later warrant cholecystectomy if their condition improves.
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