extirpation

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Extirpation of the sac is difficult and dangerous, especially when the aneurysm has spread into the pelvis.

From Manual of Surgery Volume First: General Surgery. Sixth Edition. by Thomson, Alexis

Extirpation of the Lateral Cartilage.—The operation of extirpating the lateral cartilage is by no means a new one, being introduced, according to Zundel, by the senior Lafosse in 1754.

From Diseases of the Horse's Foot by Reeks, Harry Caulton

Extirpation then follows, rather than such a transformation as could alone enable the species to perpetuate itself under the new state of things.

From Principles of Geology or, The Modern Changes of the Earth and its Inhabitants Considered as Illustrative of Geology by Lyell, Charles, Sir

Extirpation of the uterus is the only chance of prolonging life.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 7 "Gyantse" to "Hallel" by Various

Extirpation of the thyroid gland has in recent years been successfully practiced.

From Anomalies and Curiosities of Medicine by Pyle, Walter L. (Walter Lytle)