Definition

A medical procedure in which part or all of the stomach is surgically removed.

Example

After the diagnosis, the doctor recommended a gastrectomy to treat the patient's condition.

Conversation

I heard your cousin had a gastrectomy last week.

Yeah, it was a big surgery for him, but he’s recovering well.

That sounds intense! Was it necessary for his health?

Absolutely, the doctor said it was the best option to help him.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gastrectomy → It is formed from "gaster" (from Greek "gaster", meaning stomach) and "-ectomy" (from Greek "ektomē", meaning excision or removal). The word "gastrectomy" refers to the surgical removal of the stomach.

Memory Tip

Think of 'gaster' as relating to the stomach and '-ectomy' meaning removal — so gastrectomy is the removal of the stomach.

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