resection
noun
UK/rɪˈsek.ʃᵊn/
US/rɪˈsek.ʃᵊn/
Definitions of resection noun
- 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.