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Radical Neck Dissection
Radical neck dissection Definition Radical neck dissection is a surgical operation used to remove cancerous tissue in the head and neck. Purpose The purpose of radical neck dissection is to remove lymph nodes and other structures in the head and neck that are likely or known to be malignant. ...
January 1, 2004; Gale Encyclopedia of Surgery: A Guide for Patients and Caregivers

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