Answer / Randhir Pratap

Cancer staging refers to the process of determining the extent of a cancer within the body. It helps oncologists understand the tumor's size, location, and whether it has spread to other parts of the body. Staging is important because it guides treatment decisions and allows for accurate prognosis. The TNM system (Tumor, Node, Metastasis) is commonly used for staging cancer. Doctors evaluate the primary tumor (T), nearby lymph nodes (N), and distant metastasis (M) to assign a stage based on these factors.

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