pharyngoesophagectomy

Questions

What does pharyngoesophagectomy mean?

A surgical procedure in which part or all of the pharynx and esophagus are removed, usually to treat advanced cancers in those areas.

Where does pharyngoesophagectomy come from?

From pharyngo- + oesophagectomy.

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