Hepatectomizing

/ˌhɛpətˈɛktoʊˌmaɪzɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The present participle of hepatectomize; currently performing surgical removal of liver tissue.

Etymology

Present participle form of 'hepatectomize,' indicating the ongoing action of performing hepatic surgery.

Kelly Says

While surgeons are hepatectomizing, they're making split-second decisions about blood vessels and tissue margins—the liver's intricate blood supply makes this one of the most technically challenging operations!

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