In the term ileostomy, the root ile means:
A) paralysis.
B) ileum.
C) a twisting.
D) like.
B
Explanation:
A) The suffix -plegia means paralysis.
B) Correct.
C) The root tort means twisted.
D) The suffix -oid means like.
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