Abstract
Abstract (Medicine)
Abstract (pronounced: /ˈæb.strækt/) is a term used in the field of medicine to refer to a brief summary of a research study or article that provides the main points without going into detailed explanations. The etymology of the word "abstract" comes from the Latin word "abstractus", which means "drawn away".
Definition
In the context of medical literature, an abstract is a concise summary of a complete research paper or article. It is designed to give a quick overview of the research without having to read the entire paper. The abstract typically includes the purpose of the research, the methodology used, the main findings, and the conclusions.
Purpose
The main purpose of an abstract is to provide a quick and efficient way for researchers to determine the relevance of a paper. It allows them to decide whether the paper is worth reading in full. This is particularly useful in the field of medicine, where researchers often have to sift through a large volume of literature.
Types of Abstracts
There are two main types of abstracts in medical literature: informative and descriptive. Informative abstracts provide a detailed summary of the research, including the purpose, methodology, results, and conclusions. Descriptive abstracts, on the other hand, only provide a brief overview of the research without going into detail about the results or conclusions.
Related Terms
- Research Paper: A detailed document that reports the results of a study.
- Methodology: The methods and procedures used in a research study.
- Conclusion: The final summary of a research study, where the results are discussed and interpreted.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Abstract
- Wikipedia's article - Abstract
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