Overall
Overall (ō′vər-ôl′)
Overall is a term used in various fields, including medicine, statistics, and healthcare, to describe a comprehensive or total view of something. It is often used to refer to the total effect or result of a particular action, treatment, or condition.
Pronunciation
The term is pronounced as "ō′vər-ôl′".
Etymology
The term "overall" is derived from the Middle English words "over" and "all", which literally means "above all" or "in total". It has been used in the English language since the 13th century.
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, "overall" is often used to describe the total effect or result of a treatment or condition. For example, the "overall survival rate" refers to the percentage of people who survive a certain disease for a specific period of time after diagnosis or treatment. Similarly, the "overall health" of a person refers to their total physical and mental well-being.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Overall
- Wikipedia's article - Overall
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