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castration reluctance

1. as used in genitourinary oncology, resistance to the recommendation that orchiectomy, that is, removal of one or both testicles, be performed as a preventative measure, to prevent the metastasization of cancer.
After explaining to the patient that an orchidectomy could save his life, the patient showed signs of castration reluctance.
by Creative Suggestions September 5, 2022
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