화학 물질을 사용하여 질병, 특히 암을 치료하는 방법.
The treatment of disease, particularly cancer, by the use of chemical substances that are toxic to the causative agents or cells.
예문:
"The oncologist recommended a combination of chemotherapy and radiation."
"She is currently undergoing chemotherapy to prevent the cancer from spreading."
"Many patients experience hair loss as a side effect of chemotherapy."