metastasis
US /məˈtæs.tə.sɪs/
UK /meˈtæs.tə.sɪs/
名詞
轉移, 癌細胞擴散
the development of secondary malignant growths at a distance from a primary site of cancer.
範例:
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The doctor explained that the cancer had undergone metastasis to the bones.
醫生解釋說癌細胞已經轉移到骨骼。
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Early detection can prevent metastasis and improve treatment outcomes.
早期發現可以預防轉移並改善治療效果。