Definition

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

Example

The doctor recommended a pancreatectomy to treat the patient's pancreatic cancer.

Conversation

Have you heard about the pancreatectomy procedure?

Yeah, I read that it's a major surgery for pancreas issues.

Exactly! It can really help patients with serious conditions.

I hope anyone who needs it has a smooth recovery.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pancreatectomy → It is formed from "pancreas" (from Greek "pancreas", meaning all-flesh, referring to the organ's composition) and "-ectomy" (from Greek "ektomē", meaning excision or removal). The word describes the surgical removal of the pancreas.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'pancreas' which refers to the organ being removed, and '-ectomy' means removal. This helps you remember that pancreatectomy is the removal of the pancreas.

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