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appendectomy

 

[ æpənˈdɛktəmi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical procedure

An appendectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of the appendix, a small tube-like structure attached to the large intestine. It is typically performed to treat appendicitis, a condition characterized by inflammation of the appendix. This procedure is often done as an emergency surgery, particularly if the appendix is at risk of rupturing. Recovery time can vary, but most patients can return to normal activities within a few weeks. The surgery can be performed using open surgery or laparoscopic techniques.

Synonyms

appendiceal resection, appendix removal

Examples of usage

  • He had to undergo an appendectomy due to severe abdominal pain.
  • The surgeons decided to perform a laparoscopic appendectomy.
  • An appendectomy is a common procedure in cases of acute appendicitis.
  • She recovered quickly after her appendectomy.

Translations

Translations of the word "appendectomy" in other languages:

🇵🇹 apendicectomia

🇮🇳 अपेंडिक्स सर्जरी

🇩🇪 Appendektomie

🇮🇩 apendektomi

🇺🇦 апендектомія

🇵🇱 wycięcie wyrostka robaczkowego

🇯🇵 虫垂切除術

🇫🇷 appendicectomie

🇪🇸 apendicectomía

🇹🇷 apendektomi

🇰🇷 맹장 수술

🇸🇦 استئصال الزائدة الدودية

🇨🇿 apendektomie

🇸🇰 apendektómia

🇨🇳 阑尾切除术

🇸🇮 apendektomija

🇮🇸 viðbótarígræðsla

🇰🇿 апендэктомия

🇬🇪 აპენდექტომია

🇦🇿 apendektomiya

🇲🇽 apendicectomía

Etymology

The term 'appendectomy' comes from the Latin word 'appendix', which means 'hanging down'. The suffix '-ectomy' is derived from the Greek word 'ektomē', meaning 'excision' or 'surgical removal'. The concept of removing the appendix was first introduced in the late 19th century when appendicitis became a well-recognized medical condition. The first successful appendectomy is attributed to Dr. Charles McBurney in 1889, who developed the surgical technique that is still in use today. Over time, advancements in laparoscopic surgery have made the procedure less invasive and have improved recovery times for patients. The popularity of the appendectomy has increased alongside the understanding of appendicitis, making it one of the most common emergency surgical procedures performed worldwide.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,717 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.