Axillary lymph node dissection Meaning of Axillary lymph node dissection: Surgery to remove lymph nodes found in the armpit region. Also called axillary dissection. Also See: Allergen Axillary Acute bacterial prostatitis Avastin Aberrant crypt foci (ACF) ADE Anti-HGF monoclonal antibody AMG 102 Aerodigestive tract Acetaminophen Anesthetic ALSO SEE: ADL