Except
Except
Except (/ɪkˈsɛpt/) is a term often used in medical literature and discussions. It is a preposition or conjunction that means excluding or not including something or someone.
Etymology
The term 'except' originates from the Latin word 'excipere', which means 'to take out'. It was first used in the English language in the 14th century.
Usage in Medical Context
In a medical context, 'except' is used to denote an exception or exclusion in a general rule or statement. For example, "All patients were discharged, except those with severe symptoms." Here, 'except' is used to exclude a specific group of patients from the general statement.
Related Terms
- Exclusion Criteria: Criteria that prevent a person from participating in a clinical trial or study.
- Exception: An instance or case not conforming to the general rule.
- Inclusion Criteria: The characteristics that must be met for a person to participate in a clinical trial or study.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Except
- Wikipedia's article - Except
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