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​A laminectomy,removing a portion of the vertebra,may be performed by a surgeon to relieve back pain

A) ​integumentary system
B) ​musculoskeletal system
C) ​cardiovascular system
D) ​respiratory system
E) gastrointestinal system​
F) ​urinary system
G) ​nervous system
H) ​endocrine system
I) ​special senses
J) ​reproductive system

Laminectomy

The removal of a portion of the vertebral posterior arch.

Vertebra

A bone in the spine (also known as a spinal bone) that encloses and protects the spinal cord, while also providing structural support to the body.

Back Pain

Back pain is discomfort or pain felt in the back, which can be acute or chronic, and can result from various factors such as injury, activity, or some medical conditions.

  • Associate medical nomenclature with corresponding body systems to enhance knowledge of conditions unique to each system.
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