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Metastasis

usgb/məˈtæstəsɪs/Volume
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Used primarily in medical discussions about serious diseases, often cancer. SlideThe oncologist explained how metastasis can complicate treatment plans.
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A technical term; use it in academic or professional health contexts, not in casual conversation. SlideIn medical school, we study the mechanisms of metastasis in depth.
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The term often implies a worsening health situation because it refers to disease spread. SlideThe patient's prognosis was poor due to the rapid metastasis of the tumor.
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