Definitions

1. noun

The use of living organisms or their products, such as microorganisms or plant extracts, to treat diseases or conditions.

“The doctor recommended a course of biotherapy to help her patient recover from cancer.”

2. noun

A type of treatment that uses living cells or tissues to repair or replace damaged or diseased cells or tissues.

“The surgeon explained the concept of biotherapy to the patient before the transplant surgery.”

3. noun

A method of treating diseases or conditions using microorganisms or their products, such as bacteria or viruses.

“The researcher was studying the effects of biotherapy on patients with autoimmune disorders.”