noun
- the quality or condition of being able to be surgically removed
Usage: medical
Examples
- The oncologist evaluated the tumor’s resectability before scheduling surgery.
- Resectability depends on the location and size of the lesion.
- The patient’s overall health affects the resectability of the mass.
- Advanced imaging helped determine the resectability of the pancreatic tumor.
- The surgeon discussed the resectability options with the medical team.
- Poor resectability may require alternative treatment approaches.