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Conclusion (Medicine)
Conclusion (pronounced: kən-ˈklü-zhən) in the context of medicine, refers to the final decision or judgement made after a medical examination or analysis. It is derived from the Latin word conclusio, meaning 'end' or 'close'.
Pronunciation
- IPA: /kənˈkluːʒən/
Etymology
The term 'conclusion' originates from the Latin word conclusio, which means 'end' or 'close'. It was first used in the English language in the 14th century.
Related Terms
- Diagnosis: The identification of the nature of an illness or other problem by examination of the symptoms.
- Prognosis: The likely course of a disease or ailment.
- Analysis: Detailed examination of the elements or structure of something.
- Examination: A detailed inspection or investigation.
- Treatment: Medical care given to a patient for an illness or injury.
See Also
References
- Oxford English Dictionary, 2nd ed., 1989.
- Stedman's Medical Dictionary, 27th ed., 2000.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Conclusion
- Wikipedia's article - Conclusion
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