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Urethroplasty is the repair of an injury or defect within the walls of the urethra.

A urostomy is a surgical procedure that creates a stoma (artificial opening) for the urinary system.

Uvulopalatoplasty is a surgical procedure performed with the aim of reducing or eliminating snoring.

A uvulotomy or staphylotomy is any cutting operation performed on the uvula.

Vaginectomy is a surgery to remove all or part of the vagina.