Which Is the Correct Breakdown and Translation of the Medical

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term pyeloplasty?

• A) pyelo (bladder) + plasty (incision) = incision into the bladder
• B) pyelo (bladder) + plasty (reconstruction) = surgical reconstruction of the bladder
• C) pyelo (pelvis) + plasty (incision) = incision into the renal pelvis
• D) pyelo (pelvis) + plasty (reconstruction) = surgical reconstruction of the renal pelvis
• E) pyelo (pelvis) + plasty (removal) = removal of the renal pelvis

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