Negligible
Negligible
Negligible (/nɪˈglɪdʒɪbəl/; from Latin negligere meaning "to neglect") is a term often used in various fields of medicine to describe a condition, symptom, or risk that is so small or unimportant as to be not worth considering.
Definition
In a medical context, the term "negligible" is used to describe a risk or effect that is so small that it can be ignored for practical purposes. This could refer to the risk of side effects from a medication, the risk of complications from a procedure, or the effect of a certain lifestyle factor on health.
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, the term "negligible" is often used in risk assessment. For example, the risk of developing a certain disease might be described as "negligible" if it is extremely low. Similarly, the risk of experiencing side effects from a medication might be described as "negligible" if the medication is generally very safe.
Related Terms
- Risk assessment: The process of evaluating the risks associated with a particular action or situation.
- Side effect: An unwanted effect of a medication or treatment.
- Complication: An unexpected problem that arises during a treatment or procedure.
- Lifestyle factor: A part of a person's lifestyle that can affect their health.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Negligible
- Wikipedia's article - Negligible
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