Class
Class (medical term)
Class (pronounced: /klæs/) is a term used in the field of medicine to categorize or group similar entities based on certain characteristics. The term is derived from the Latin word "classis", which means a group or division.
Etymology
The term "class" is derived from the Latin word "classis", which means a group or division. It was first used in the medical field in the 18th century to categorize diseases and conditions based on similar characteristics.
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, the term "class" is used in various contexts. For instance, it is used to categorize diseases, drugs, and medical procedures based on their characteristics.
- Disease Class: Diseases are often classified based on their causes, symptoms, and the body systems they affect. For example, cardiovascular diseases is a class of diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels.
- Drug Class: Drugs are classified based on their chemical structure, mechanism of action, or therapeutic use. For example, antibiotics is a class of drugs used to treat bacterial infections.
- Procedure Class: Medical procedures are classified based on the body system they involve, the purpose of the procedure, or the technique used. For example, surgical procedures is a class of procedures that involve an incision in the body.
Related Terms
- Category: A broader term used to group entities in various fields, including medicine.
- Subclass: A division within a class that includes entities with more specific characteristics.
- Classification (medicine): The process of categorizing entities in medicine, such as diseases, drugs, and procedures.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Class
- Wikipedia's article - Class
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