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

A. ovario (ovary) + stomy (reconstruction) = surgical reconstruction of an ovary and the fallopian tube
B. ovario (ovary) + stomy (opening) = creation of an opening into an ovary
C. ovario (ovary) + stomy (opening) = creation of an opening between an ovary and the fallopian tube
D. ovario (ovary) + stomy (incision) = incision into an ovary
E. ovario (ovary) + stomy (removal) = surgical removal of an ovary


Answer: B

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