Which surgery is classified as a palliative procedure?

A) Release of bowel obstruction in a patient with end-stage colon cancer
B) Thoracotomy to determine if a patient's lung nodule is cancerous or benign
C) Tummy tuck and repair of umbilical hernia after the patient gave birth to triplets
D) Removal of the donor's heart,lungs,and cornea for transplant in recipient patients

Palliative Procedure

Medical treatments aimed at relieving symptoms and improving the quality of life for patients with serious illnesses, without necessarily curing the disease.

Bowel Obstruction

A blockage in the intestines that prevents food, fluids, and gas from moving through the digestive tract normally.

End-Stage Colon Cancer

A term describing colon cancer that has advanced to a final phase, often characterized by significant spread to other parts of the body and limited treatment options.