Transsphenoidal Adenomectomy: Etymological Breakdown (Trans + Sphenoid + Aden + Ectomy)

MorphemeMeaning
trans-across, through
spheno-sphenoid bone
-idpertaining to / structure
adeno-gland
-ectomysurgical removal

Full meaning: Surgical removal of a pituitary adenoma via a transsphenoidal approach (through the sphenoid sinus).

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