Resection Definition & Meaning

resection
noun
  1. surgical removal of part of a structure or organ

"Resection" in song lyrics

See how resection is used in real songs:

  • "small bowel resection"
    AOL — AOL
  • "turbinate resection"
    AOL — AOL
  • "laparoscopic sigmoid colon resection"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "resection"

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