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curative therapy

(KYOOR-uh-tiv THAYR-uh-pee)
Treatment that is meant to cure an illness or disease with the goal of a full recovery that includes an acceptable quality of life. For cancer, a curative therapy approach depends on the cancer type and stage.
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