Question

which of the following terms means to cut into the spleen? a splenotomy b splenectomy c splenomegaly d splenic

Explanation:

The suffix -otomy means cutting into a part of the body. Splenotomy thus means cutting into the spleen. Splenectomy is the removal of the spleen, splenomegaly is an enlarged spleen, and splenic refers to the spleen.

Answer:

A. splenotomy