Break down the medical word into its word parts, and give the meaning of each word part. Then, give the definition of the medical word.

Ganglionectomy

Definition:
Combining form and definition:
Suffix and definition:


Definition: The surgical removal of a ganglion
Combining form and definition: ganglion/o, “swelling, knot”
Suffix and definition: -ectomy, “surgical excision, removal”

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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