Hepatectomized

/ˌhɛpətˈɛktoʊˌmaɪzd/ adjective

Definition

Having undergone surgical removal of part or all of the liver.

Etymology

Past participle of 'hepatectomize,' indicating the state of having received a hepatectomy procedure.

Kelly Says

A hepatectomized patient entering recovery is entering a race against time—the liver must begin regenerating immediately, which is why post-operative care is so incredibly intensive and monitored!

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