Epoch

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Epoch (Medicine)

Epoch (pronounced: /ˈiːpɒk/), in the field of medicine, refers to a distinct period in the course of a disease or the life of an individual. The term is derived from the Greek word 'epochē', meaning 'pause' or 'cessation'.

Etymology

The term 'Epoch' is derived from the Greek word 'epochē', which means 'pause' or 'cessation'. It was first used in the English language in the early 17th century to denote a point in time marking the start of a new period or era.

Usage in Medicine

In medicine, an epoch is a distinct period in the course of a disease, treatment, or the life of an individual or group of individuals. For example, the term is often used in the context of clinical trials to denote different phases of the trial, such as the screening epoch, treatment epoch, and follow-up epoch.

Related Terms

  • Clinical Trial: A research study that tests how well new medical approaches work in people.
  • Disease Progression: The process by which a disease advances in severity over time.
  • Treatment Protocol: A plan that details the steps in the treatment of a disease or condition.

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