resection

noun

UK/rɪˈsek.ʃᵊn/
US/rɪˈsek.ʃᵊn/

Definitions of resection noun

  1. Uncountablemedical

    The surgical removal of a part of the body.

    • The doctor recommended tumor resection to stop the spread of cancer cells.

    • Bone resection may be necessary during knee surgery.

    • The surgeon successfully performed a lung resection.