Advanced
Technical
IVT
oligorecurrence
Limited number of metastatic sites at recurrence, typically amenable to local ablative therapy.
Full Definition
Oligorecurrence refers to the clinical scenario where cancer recurs in a limited number of sites, usually defined as five or fewer metastatic lesions, after initial treatment. This concept suggests a biological state between locoregional disease and widespread metastatic progression. Patients with oligorecurrent disease may benefit from aggressive local therapies such as surgical resection or stereotactic radiation, potentially achieving long-term disease control or cure.
Usage
Usage note: Emerging concept in oncology; number of lesions defining oligorecurrence varies by cancer type.
In Context
- "The patient presented with oligorecurrence in two hepatic lesions suitable for resection." — multidisciplinary team meeting
- "Oligorecurrence patterns suggest this patient may benefit from aggressive local therapy." — treatment planning note
Also known as
limited recurrence
oligo-recurrent disease
Contrasted with
widespread recurrence
systemic progression
Don't confuse with
oligometastatic disease
isolated recurrence