Cytoreduction
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cytoreduction is a noun meaning (surgery) The surgical removal of part of a malignant tumour.
Meaning
(surgery) The surgical removal of part of a malignant tumour.
Word Forms
- cytoreductions
Synonyms for cytoreduction
Depending on context, synonyms include debulking.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tumorectomy, resection, excision, rectectomy, cyclectomy, curetment.
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