appendectomy

[US]/ˌæpˈɛndɪktɒmi/
[UK]/ˌæpˈɛnˈdɛktəmeɪ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.Surgical removal of the appendix.

Phrases & Collocations

undergo an appendectomy

appendectomy complications

emergency appendectomy

scheduled appendectomy

laparoscopic appendectomy

history of appendectomy

successful appendectomy

appendectomy recovery time

risk of appendectomy

Example Sentences

she had to undergo an appendectomy last week.

the doctor explained the risks of an appendectomy.

he recovered quickly after his appendectomy.

appendectomy is a common procedure in emergency medicine.

they scheduled her appendectomy for tomorrow morning.

after the appendectomy, he was advised to rest for a week.

the appendectomy was performed laparoscopically.

she was nervous about having an appendectomy.

appendectomy can be necessary for treating appendicitis.

the recovery process after an appendectomy varies by patient.

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