Definition

1. Verb:
   • To surgically remove a part of a structure or an organ.

Usage and Examples

• Verb:
  • The surgeon had to resect a portion of the diseased intestine.
  • During the procedure, they will resect the tumor and a small margin of surrounding tissue.
  • The damaged part of the liver was successfully resected.

Advanced Usage

• "to be resected" (passive voice): Describes the state of having undergone surgical removal.
  • The polyp was completely resected during the colonoscopy.
• "resectable" (adjective): Capable of being surgically removed.
  • The medical team determined the mass was resectable.

Variants and Related Words

• Resection (n): The act or process of surgically removing part of an organ or structure.
  • The patient underwent a bowel resection.
• Resectoscope (n): A surgical instrument used for resection, often in procedures within body cavities.

Synonyms

• Excise: To cut out surgically.
• Remove: To take away, especially by surgery.

Antonyms

• Implant: To insert or graft material into the body.
• Preserve: To keep intact or maintain.

Notes on Meaning

This term is highly specific to medical and surgical contexts. It implies a precise, controlled removal performed by a surgeon, typically to treat disease, remove damaged tissue, or obtain a biopsy sample. It is not used for accidental or non-surgical cutting.

Verb

1. surgically remove a part of a structure or an organ