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Definition of Excision

Excision: 1. Surgical removal, as in the excision of a tumor. 2. The removal as if by surgery, as in base excision repair.

From the Greek ektome meaning excision.

Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=38490
Last Editorial Review: 8/17/2004

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