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Differential diagnosisDDx

Also called Possible diagnoses

General MedicineFamily MedicineImportant

Clinical process of distinguishing similar conditions to determine the most likely diagnosis based on signs, symptoms, and test findings.

Korean

감별진단

유사한 증상과 징후를 공유하는 여러 질환 중 가능성이 높은 진단을 체계적으로 좁혀 나가는 임상적 추론 과정.

French

Diagnostic différentiel

Processus clinique distinguant des affections similaires pour déterminer le diagnostic le plus probable sur la base des signes, symptômes et résultats d'examens.

Word parts

  • dia-Prefix(Greek) Through, across, complete
  • gnos/oRoot(Greek) Knowledge, to know

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