NCIt definition : Performing a salvage procedure is the last resort. The clinical situation involves
either ongoing life support measures, life support measures for more than 60 seconds
during the prior 10 minutes, or unanticipated institution of extracorporeal circulatory
support. (ACC);
Alternative definition : CDISC: Performing a salvage procedure is the last resort. The clinical situation involves
either ongoing life support measures, life support measures for more than 60 seconds
during the prior 10 minutes, or unanticipated institution of extracorporeal circulatory
support.; NCI-GLOSS: Treatment that is given after the cancer has not responded to other treatments.;