The word "microenvironment" refers to the small and specific surroundings or conditions that directly affect something, like a living organism or a small area. It focuses on the immediate factors that impact a particular thing. Full definition
Where these three cells come in contact is where tumor cells can enter blood vessels — a site called a tumor microenvironment of metastasis, or TMEM. (sciencedaily.com)
On a brighter note, not all breast cancer patients have the kind of tumor microenvironment in which pre-op chemo can promote metastasis. (statnews.com)
An anticancer agent, pyrvinium pamoate inhibits the NADH - fumarate reductase system - a unique mitochondrial energy metabolism in tumour microenvironments. (oncm.org)