Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the term laryngectomy?
A. laryng (larynx) + ectomy (incision) = incision into the larynx
B. laryng (larynx) + ectomy (tumor) = tumor in the larynx
C. laryng (larynx) + ectomy (reconstruction) = reconstruction of the larynx
D. laryng (larynx) + ectomy (removal) = removal of the larynx
E. laryng (larynx) + ectomy (disease) = disease of the larynx
Answer: D
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