Ausbruch
Ausbruch
Ausbruch (pronunciation: /ˈaʊsbʁʊx/) is a term used in the medical field, specifically in the context of diseases and their outbreaks. The term is of German origin, with "Aus" meaning "out" and "bruch" meaning "break".
Etymology
The term "Ausbruch" is derived from the German language, where it is used to describe a sudden occurrence or outbreak. In the medical context, it is often used to describe the sudden onset or outbreak of a disease or condition.
Related Terms
- Epidemic: An outbreak of disease that spreads quickly and affects many individuals at the same time.
- Pandemic: An epidemic that has spread over a large area, that is, it's prevalent throughout an entire country, continent, or the whole world.
- Endemic: A disease or condition found among particular people or in a certain area.
- Outbreak: A sudden occurrence of something unwelcome, such as a disease.
Usage
In the medical field, "Ausbruch" is used to describe the sudden outbreak of diseases or conditions. It is often used in epidemiology and public health to describe the sudden increase in the number of cases of a disease above what is normally expected in the population in that area.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ausbruch
- Wikipedia's article - Ausbruch
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