metastasis
1 of 1noun/məˈtæstəsɪs/
Forms:metastases
1
the spread of cancer cells from one part to other body parts
C2Learn more on Wikipedia- Metastasis occurs when cancer cells travel through the body.
- Detecting metastasis early is crucial for effective treatment.
- Metastasis can involve nearby tissues or organs.
- Cancer treatments aim to prevent or slow down metastasis.
- The spread of cancer through metastasis makes treatment more challenging.