Established
Established (es·tab·lished)
Established is a term often used in the medical field to describe a condition, treatment, or procedure that has been accepted as standard or conventional. It is derived from the Latin word "stabilire", which means to make firm or stable.
Pronunciation
/es·tab·lished/
Etymology
The term "established" is derived from the Middle English "establishen", which in turn comes from the Old French "establir". This is based on the Latin "stabilire", which means to make firm or stable.
Related Terms
- Standard: A level of quality or attainment.
- Conventional: Based on what is generally done or believed.
- Procedure: A series of actions conducted in a certain order or manner.
- Treatment: The management and care of a patient to combat disease or disorder.
- Condition: The state of something, especially with regard to its appearance, quality, or working order.
Usage in Medical Context
In a medical context, "established" is often used to describe treatments, procedures, or conditions that are widely accepted and practiced in the medical community. For example, chemotherapy is an established treatment for cancer, and the stages of cancer are established conditions that describe the progression of the disease.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Established
- Wikipedia's article - Established
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