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Minimal or measurable residual disease

Cells that remain during or after treatment.

Editorial updateSeptember 25, 2026
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Definition

A small number of cancer cells that remain during or after treatment and may require sensitive laboratory methods for detection.

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LIMITATIONS AND CONTEXT

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  • The original Portuguese summary is under review; consult the original entry for the complete scope.

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References and sources

  1. NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms · minimal residual diseaseNational Cancer Institute / NIH
  2. National Cancer Institute

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