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Meaning of metastasectomy: Surgery to remove one or more metastases (tumors formed from cells that have spread from the primary tumor).

Definition of metastasectomy

Surgery to remove one or more metastases (tumors formed from cells that have spread from the primary tumor). When all metastases are removed, it is called a complete metastasectomy.

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

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