What is prefix rrhaphy?

The prefix "rrhaphy" refers to suture or stitching. It is typically used in medical terminology to describe surgical procedures involving the suturing of a specific body part.

For example:

* Thoracorrhaphy: Surgical repair of the chest wall by suturing.

* Cheilorrhaphy: Surgical repair of the lip by suturing.

* Myorrhaphy: Surgical repair of a muscle by suturing.

The prefix "rrhaphy" always indicates the use of sutures in a surgical repair procedure.