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The dilators used during Common Bile Duct Exploration are the _____.

The liver has ____ segments, each with its own arterial, venous and ductal systems.

During an open cholecystectomy, blunt dissection of the gallbladder from the sulcus of the liver requires the use of a _____.

The hepatic duct system which is anatomically correct is the _____.

In what procedure is a hook wire inserted into a nonpalpable breast mass using mammography to identify suspicious breast tissue?

Hirschsprung’s disease is caused by a lack of ___, which results in a lack of peristalsis to move fecal matter through the colon.

If the gallbladder ruptures during surgery it is important to know that anything that comes in contact with bile is _____.

This type of hernia is common in infants, but frequently closes before the child reaches the age of five.

Prior to a liver resection, the _____ maneuver is often performed to control blood flow (allows up to 60 minutes before tissue damage occurs). 

All of the following pieces of equipment would be needed during an open liver resection procedure except ___.