Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) Practice Exam

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What is the surgical procedure called that removes the gallbladder?

Cholecystectomy
Appendectomy
Hysterectomy
Gastrectomy

The correct answer is: Cholecystectomy

The surgical procedure that removes the gallbladder is known as cholecystectomy. This operation is specifically performed to treat conditions related to the gallbladder, such as gallstones, cholecystitis, or biliary dyskinesia. By removing the gallbladder, the procedure alleviates symptoms and prevents potential complications associated with these gallbladder conditions. Each of the other procedures listed has distinct purposes: an appendectomy is the removal of the appendix, primarily due to appendicitis; a hysterectomy involves the removal of the uterus for conditions affecting the female reproductive system; and a gastrectomy is the surgical removal of part or all of the stomach, often due to stomach cancer or severe ulcers. Understanding these distinctions underscores the specificity of each surgical procedure and highlights the role of cholecystectomy in addressing gallbladder issues.