Chapter 2: Suffixes of the Urinary System Flashcards
1
Q
What does the suffix “-ectomy” mean?
A
Surgical removal.
2
Q
What does the suffix “-graphy” mean?
A
Process of recording.
3
Q
What does the suffix “-itis” mean?
A
Inflammation.
4
Q
What does the suffix “-lithiasis” mean?
A
Presence of stones.
5
Q
What does the suffix “-lysis” mean?
A
Separation.
6
Q
What does the suffix “-osis” mean?
A
Abnormal condition.
7
Q
What does the suffix “-pexy” mean?
A
Surgical fixation.
8
Q
What does the suffix “-rrhagia” mean?
A
Bleeding.
9
Q
What does the suffix “-rrhaphy” mean?
A
Surgical suturing.
10
Q
What does the suffix “-scopy” mean?
A
Visual examination.
11
Q
What does the suffix “-stomy” mean?
A
Surgical creation of a new opening.
12
Q
What does the suffix “-tomy” mean?
A
Surgical incision.
13
Q
What does the suffix “-tripsy” mean?
A
To crush
14
Q
What does the suffix “-uria” mean?
A
Urination or urine.
