Directly observed therapy
Directly Observed Therapy (pronunciation: dih-rekt-lee ob-zurvd ther-uh-pee) is a patient-centered approach to medical treatment, particularly used in the management of tuberculosis and other chronic diseases.
Etymology
The term "Directly Observed Therapy" is derived from the English language. The word "directly" comes from the Latin word "directus", meaning "straight". "Observed" is derived from the Latin word "observare", meaning "to watch", and "therapy" comes from the Greek word "therapeia", meaning "healing".
Definition
Directly Observed Therapy (DOT) is a method of drug administration in which a healthcare professional watches the patient swallow each dose of medication. This strategy is often used to ensure treatment adherence, particularly in patients with tuberculosis, HIV, and other chronic conditions that require consistent medication intake for effective management.
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- Medical encyclopedia article on Directly observed therapy
- Wikipedia's article - Directly observed therapy
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