metastasis
US /məˈtæs.tə.sɪs/
UK /meˈtæs.tə.sɪs/
名词
转移, 癌细胞扩散
the development of secondary malignant growths at a distance from a primary site of cancer.
示例:
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The doctor explained that the cancer had undergone metastasis to the bones.
医生解释说癌细胞已经转移到骨骼。
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Early detection can prevent metastasis and improve treatment outcomes.
早期发现可以预防转移并改善治疗效果。