-ectomy, -ectome, -ectomize

Excision of the epididymis (a structure within the scrotum attached to the backside of the testis) and the ductus deferens (the secretory duct of the testicle, running from the epididymis).

Surgical removal of the epididymis and vas deferens, usually proximal (nearest) to its entry into the inguinal canal (a passage in the lower anterior abdominal wall).

Excision of the epiglottis (the lidlike cartilaginous structure overhanging the entrance to the larynx and serving to prevent food from entering the larynx and trachea while swallowing).

The surgical removal of the epiglottis (the lidlike cartilaginous structure overhanging the entrance to the larynx and serving to prevent food from entering the larynx and trachea while swallowing).

The surgical removal of one or more adrenal glands.

The adrenal glands are part of the endocrine system and are located just above the kidneys.

omentectomy; surgical removal or the excision of the upper part of the omentum.

The omentum is a sheet of fat that is covered by the peritoneum.

The greater omentum is attached to the bottom edge of the stomach, and hangs down in front of the intestines. Its other edge is attached to the transverse colon.

The lesser omentum is attached to the top edge of the stomach, and extends to the under surface of the liver.

Removal of the epoophoron (a group of tubules often found near the ovary or oviduct).

A surgical operation to remove a portion of the esophagus (the tube that connects the pharynx, or throat, with the stomach).

The esophagus lies between the trachea (windpipe) and the spine.

1. Excision of the esophagus and stomach, usually the distal portion of the esophagus and the proximal (nearer) stomach.
2. The removal of a portion of the lower esophagus and proximal stomach for treatment of neoplasms or strictures of those organs; especially, lesions at or near the cardioesophageal (the cardia or stomach immediately adjacent to and surrounding the cardiac or primary opening of the esophagus of the stomach and the esophagus) junction.
3. Excision of part of the esophagus (especially the lower third) and adjacent stomach tissue.

An inaccurate term for esophagopharyngolaryngectomy.

Excision of the larynx in continuity with the laryngopharynx and esophagus as a preliminary to the restoration of swallowing by visceral transposition via the posterior mediastinum.

The operation is indicated for certain malignant tumors of the cervical esophagus and hypopharynx.

Excision of fragments of bone following fractures caused by projectiles.

Removal of all or part of the mucosal (mucous) lining and bony partitions between the ethmoid (bone) sinuses.

Removal of an exostosis (a non cancerous growth on the surface of a bone).

Excision of a facet (smooth circumscribed surface or limited in space, well localized; such as, the articular facet of a bone).