Standard treatment

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Standard Treatment

Standard treatment (pronunciation: /ˈstandərd ˈtriːtmənt/) refers to the established, widely accepted medical treatment that is considered to be effective and appropriate for a specific disease or medical condition. It is often based on the results of clinical trials and medical research, and is typically recommended by healthcare professionals and medical guidelines.

Etymology

The term "standard treatment" is derived from the English words "standard" and "treatment". "Standard" (from the Old French estendard) means a level of quality or attainment, while "treatment" (from the Latin tractare) refers to the management and care of a patient or the combating of disease or disorder.

Related Terms

  • First-line therapy: The first treatment recommended for a disease or condition. If it doesn't work or causes severe side effects, other treatments may be tried.
  • Second-line therapy: The treatment that is given when initial treatment (first-line therapy) doesn't work, or stops working.
  • Adjuvant therapy: Additional treatment given after the primary treatment to increase the chances of a cure.
  • Palliative care: Care designed to make a patient comfortable but not to cure the disease, often given to patients with terminal illnesses.
  • Alternative therapy: Treatments that are used instead of standard treatments. These are often not proven to be effective.

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