Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
debulking
noun
/diˈbəlkɪŋ/
Definition
The process of reducing the size or volume of something, often used in medical contexts to refer to the reduction of a tumor or mass.
Examples
- The surgeon performed debulking to alleviate pressure on the surrounding organs.
- Debulking the tumor made it easier for the oncologist to plan a treatment strategy.
- After debulking, the patient felt significant relief from symptoms.
Meaning
Debulking refers to a surgical procedure aimed at removing as much of a tumor as possible to make subsequent treatments, like chemotherapy or radiation, more effective.
Synonyms
- Reduction
- Resection
- Resizing
