Second opinion

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Second opinion
TermSecond opinion
Short definitionsecond opinion - (pronounced) (SEH-kund uh-PIN-yun) In medicine, the opinion of a doctor other than the patient's current doctor. The second doctor reviews the patient's medical records and gives an opinion on the patient's health problem and treatment. 
TypeCancer terms
SpecialtyOncology
LanguageEnglish
SourceNCI
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second opinion - (pronounced) (SEH-kund uh-PIN-yun) In medicine, the opinion of a doctor other than the patient's current doctor. The second doctor reviews the patient's medical records and gives an opinion on the patient's health problem and treatment. A second opinion can confirm or challenge the first doctor's diagnosis and treatment plan, provide more information about the patient's disease or condition, and offer other treatment options

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