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imanialler

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on: Jun 26, 2018
The surgical incision into the skull is:
 
  A) craniectomy.
  B) craniotomy.
  C) encephalotomy.
  D) cranioplasty.

Question 2

The meaning of the abbreviation CC is ________.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


prumorgan

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Reply #1 on: Jun 26, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: A) Craniectomy is removal of part of the skull.
B) Correct.
C) Encephalotomy is an incision into the brain.
D) Cranioplasty is a surgical repair of the skull.

Answer to Question 2

cardiac catheterization


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