Which surgical procedure in the male is done to prevent pregnancy in the female?
A) transurethral needle ablation
B) flagellum
C) vasectomy
D) prostatectomy
C
Explanation: A) This is done to treat benign prostatic hypertrophy, not prevent pregnancy.
B) Flagellum is an anatomical structure, not a surgical procedure.
C) Correct! Vas/o- means "vas deferens" and -ectomy means "surgical removal."
D) Prostatectomy is a surgical procedure to treat cancer, not prevent pregnancy.
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