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-centesis: Surgical puncture to aspirate fluid Example: Arthrocentesis – Surgical puncture of a joint to remove fluid for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes, often used to relieve swelling or analyze joint conditions.

-clasia: Break Example: Osteoclasia – Surgical breaking of bone tissue to correct deformities or aid in the healing process in severe cases.

-clast: Break Example: Osteoclast – A specialized bone cell that breaks down bone tissue during bone remodeling and repair.

-desis: Surgical fixation, fusion Example: Arthrodesis – Surgical fusion of a joint to provide stability and reduce pain, often used for severe arthritis.

-ectomy: Excision, surgical removal, cutting out Example: Tenectomy – Surgical removal of part of a tendon, often performed to treat chronic tendon inflammation or injury.

-gram: The record, radiographic image Example: Myogram – A record of muscle contraction activity, often used to diagnose neuromuscular disorders.

-graphy: Process of recording, radiographic imaging Example: Arthrography – Imaging of a joint using contrast dye to assess joint structures such as cartilage, ligaments, and bones.

-ic: Pertaining to Example: Thoracic – Pertaining to the thorax (chest), which houses the lungs, heart, and other vital structures.

-itis: Inflammation Example: Myositis – Inflammation of muscle tissue, which can be caused by infections, autoimmune disorders, or trauma.

-lysis: Loosening, separating, dissolution Example: Osteolysis – Destruction or dissolution of bone tissue, often seen in conditions like bone metastasis or infection.

-malacia: Softening Example: Chondromalacia – Softening of cartilage, particularly in the knee, leading to pain and difficulty with movement.

-oid: Resembling Example: Myeloid – Resembling bone marrow, often used to describe cells or tissues related to hematopoiesis.

-oma: Tumor Example: Rhabdomyoma – A benign tumor of muscle tissue, typically found in the heart or skeletal muscles.

-osis: Abnormal condition Example: Scoliosis – Abnormal curvature of the spine, which can cause back pain, reduced mobility, and postural issues.

-penia: Abnormal reduction Example: Sarcopenia – Loss of muscle mass and strength, often associated with aging, inactivity, or poor nutrition.

-physis: Growth Example: Epiphysis – The growth end of a long bone, critical during childhood and adolescence for bone elongation.

-plasty: Surgical repair Example: Myoplasty – Surgical repair or reconstruction of damaged or weakened muscle tissue.

-rrhaphy: Suturing, repairing Example: Tenorrhaphy – Suturing of a torn or severed tendon to restore function and stability.

-sarcoma: Malignant tumor Example: Osteosarcoma – A malignant bone tumor commonly affecting children and young adults, requiring surgical and medical treatment.

-scopy: Process of viewing, visual examination Example: Arthroscopy – Visual examination of a joint using a specialized instrument to diagnose and treat joint conditions.

-tomy: Incision, cut into Example: Myotomy – Surgical incision into a muscle, often performed to relieve tightness or treat muscle disorders.

-trophy: Nourishment, development Example: Hypertrophy – Excessive development of tissue or an organ, commonly referring to increased muscle size due to exercise or compensatory growth.