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cytoreductive surgery
Pronunciation: SY-toe-ree-DUK-tiv
Surgical procedure to remove as much visible tumor as possible, typically performed in ovarian cancer treatment.
Full Definition
Cytoreductive surgery, also known as debulking surgery, is a complex surgical procedure aimed at removing all or as much visible tumor tissue as possible from the peritoneal cavity. This procedure is most commonly performed in advanced ovarian cancer cases and requires extensive surgical expertise. The goal is to achieve optimal cytoreduction, defined as residual disease of less than 1 centimeter in diameter, which significantly improves survival outcomes.
Usage
Usage note: Often confused with cytotoxic therapy; cytoreductive specifically refers to surgical tumor removal.
In Context
- "The patient underwent primary cytoreductive surgery with complete gross resection of all visible disease." — Surgical report
- "Optimal cytoreductive surgery was achieved with residual nodules measuring less than 5mm." — Operative note
Also known as
debulking surgery
tumor debulking
Don't confuse with
cytotoxic therapy
cytoablative surgery