cholecystectomy

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Noun cholecystectomy has 1 sense

cholecystectomy - surgical removal of the gall bladder (usually for relief of gallstone pain)
--₁ is a kind of ablation, extirpation, cutting out, excision
--₁ has particulars: laparoscopic cholecystectomy, lap choly

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Cholecystectomy

Definition: Cholecystectomy refers to the surgical removal of the gallbladder, a pear-shaped organ located underneath the liver.

Sample Sentences:

After experiencing frequent gallbladder attacks, Mary decided to undergo a cholecystectomy for relief.
The surgeon performed a laparoscopic cholecystectomy on the patient, ensuring minimal scarring and a quicker recovery time.
Cholecystectomy is a commonly performed surgical procedure for treating gallstones and other gallbladder-related conditions.

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