MedicalTerminology DB
General Medical Terms Cancer & Oncology

complete remission

Meaning of complete remission: The disappearance of all signs of cancer in response to treatment.

Definition of complete remission

The disappearance of all signs of cancer in response to treatment. This does not always mean the cancer has been cured. Also called complete response.

Written and maintained by James Murray Last updated July 21, 2026 Educational reference, not medical advice. Read the limitations.

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