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

A. pyelo (renal pelvis) + ureter (ureter) + ectasia (dilation) = dilation of the renal pelvis and ureter
B. pyelo (pus) + ureter (ureter) + ectasia (narrowing) = narrowing of the ureter due to pus
C. pyelo (renal pelvis) + ureter (ureter) + ectasia (narrowing) = narrowing of the renal pelvis and ureter
D. pyelo (pus) + ureter (ureter) + ectasia (dilation) = dilation of the ureter due to pus


Answer: A

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