What is the term for the surgical procedure that involves the removal of the gallbladder?

• A. Cholecystectomy
• B. Appendectomy
• C. Laparoscopy
• D. Cystoscopy

Answer: (A)

The term for the surgical procedure that involves the removal of the gallbladder is "cholecystectomy." This procedure is performed when there are issues with the gallbladder, such as gallstones or inflammation, that can cause pain or complications. A cholecystectomy can be done through traditional open surgery or minimally invasive techniques, such as laparoscopic surgery, which involves smaller incisions and generally results in quicker recovery times.

Laparoscopy, while a technique that may be used during a cholecystectomy, refers to the method of performing surgery using small incisions and a camera, rather than the removal of a specific organ. An appendectomy refers to the removal of the appendix, which is a different surgical procedure unrelated to the gallbladder. Cystoscopy is a procedure that involves examining the bladder and urethra and is not related to gallbladder surgery. Therefore, cholecystectomy is the appropriate term for the procedure in question.