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| A decrease in or disappearance of signs and symptoms of cancer. In partial remission, some, but not all, signs and symptoms of cancer have disappeared. In complete remission, all signs and symptoms of cancer have disappeared, although cancer still may be in the body. |
Previous Definitions: | relative survival rate, relaxation technique, Relistor, REM sleep, Remeron | Next Definitions: | remission induction therapy, remote brachytherapy, renal artery, renal capsule, renal cell cancer |
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