Which of the Following Is the Correct Breakdown and Translation

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term hypophysectomy?

A) hypophys (pancreas) + ectomy (cut) = cutting into the pancreas
B) hypophys (pituitary gland) + ectomy (surgical removal) = surgical removal of the pituitary gland
C) hypo (over) + phys (gland) + ectomy (cut) = cutting into the gland
D) hypo (under) + phys (gland) + ectomy (cut) = cutting under the gland