Surgical Procedures and Practices Quiz

Appendectomy is performed to eliminate inflammation or infection in the appendix.

Cataract extraction involves removing a cloudy lens from the eye to restore vision.

Orthopedic surgery specializes in treating conditions affecting bones, joints, and muscles.

Hysterectomy is the removal of the uterus and is commonly performed for various medical reasons, including cancer.

Rhinoplasty is a cosmetic surgery procedure that aims to reshape and enhance the appearance of the nose.

Hematoma, a collection of blood outside blood vessels, can occur as a complication after abdominoplasty.

A retractor is commonly used in laparotomy to hold back tissues and provide access to the abdominal cavity.

Gastrectomy is the surgical removal of a part or the whole stomach, often done to treat stomach cancer.

Thoracotomy is often performed to treat lung cancer by accessing and removing affected lung tissue.

Gastrointestinal surgery specializes in treating disorders of the digestive system, including the stomach and intestines.

A Foley catheter is used during surgery to drain urine from the bladder, preventing distention.

A trocar is used to puncture the abdominal wall, creating a passage for inserting laparoscopic instruments.

Craniotomy is the surgical procedure used to access and remove brain tumors.

Stents are used in surgery to open and maintain the patency of blocked blood vessels.

Arthroplasty is a surgical procedure to restore or improve the function of a joint, often involving joint replacement.