Radical

What does "Radical" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

In the field of medicine, "radical" often refers to a type of treatment that is very thorough or extreme. For example, a radical surgery would involve removing all visible signs of a disease, and sometimes even healthy tissue surrounding it, to ensure that no traces of the disease are left behind. This term is often used when discussing treatments for serious conditions like cancer. It's called "radical" because it goes beyond standard treatment to aggressively combat the disease.

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