resect

[ri-sekt]

resect Definition

to surgically remove a part of the body, especially a tumor or an organ.

Using resect: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "resect" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The surgeon will resect the tumor from the patient's lung.

  • Example

    The doctor decided to resect the damaged part of the intestine.

  • Example

    The procedure involves resecting a portion of the liver.

resect Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for resect

๐Ÿ“Œ

Summary: resect in Brief

The verb 'resect' [ri-sekt] means to surgically remove a part of the body, typically a tumor or an organ. It is often used in medical contexts, such as 'The surgeon will resect the tumor from the patient's lung.'