Diagnostic Techniques, SurgicalMethods and procedures for the diagnosis of disease or dysfunction by examination of the pathological site or operative field during surgical intervention.
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DiagnosisThe determination of the nature of a disease or condition or the distinguishing of one disease or condition from another. Assessment may be made through physical examination, laboratory tests, or the like, and may be assisted by computerized programs designed to enhance the decision-making process.
DiseaseA definite pathologic process with a characteristic set of signs and symptoms. It may affect the whole body or any of its parts, and its etiology, pathology, and prognosis may be known or unknown.
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