Lumpectomy Definition & Meaning
lumpectomy
- noun
- surgical removal of a tumor without removing much of the surrounding tissue or lymph nodes; performed in some cases of breast cancer
"Lumpectomy" in song lyrics
See how lumpectomy is used in real songs:
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"bruising following breast lumpectomy"
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"danger signs after lumpectomy"
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"danger bruising signs after lumpectomy"
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Words that rhyme with lumpectomy
Usage tips for "lumpectomy"
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