Question

excision of the thymus is called
a) thymectomy.
b) thymorrhaphy.
c) thymocentesis.
d) thymostomy.
e) thymotomy.
question 12 (mandatory) (1 point)
an obstruction of a vessel caused by any foreign substance, including a blood clot within that vessel, is called
a) embolism.
b) aneurysm.
c) infarction.
d) fibroid.
e) angina.

Explanation:

The excision of the thymus is a well - known medical term 'thymectomy'. An obstruction of a vessel by a foreign substance including a blood clot is called 'embolism'. These are standard medical terminologies.

Answer:

Question 1: A. thymectomy
Question 2: A. embolism