Abstraction
Abstraction (Medicine)
Abstraction (/æbˈstrækʃən/; from Latin abstrahere 'to draw away, divert') is a term used in various contexts within the field of medicine. It generally refers to the process of removing or isolating something, often for the purpose of analysis or study.
Etymology
The term "abstraction" originates from the Latin abstrahere, which means 'to draw away' or 'divert'. In a medical context, it often refers to the process of isolating a particular element, substance, or concept for further examination or analysis.
In Medicine
In the field of medicine, abstraction can refer to several processes or concepts:
- In medical research, abstraction often refers to the process of extracting key details from medical records for the purpose of research or analysis. This can include patient demographics, medical history, test results, and other relevant information.
- In medical coding, abstraction is the process of translating medical documentation into standardized codes for billing and data collection purposes.
- In psychology and psychiatry, abstraction can refer to a cognitive process where general rules and concepts are derived from the usage and classification of specific examples, literal ("real" or "concrete") signifiers, first principles, or other methods.
Related Terms
- Data abstraction: In the context of medical research, data abstraction refers to the process of extracting specific elements of data for further analysis or study.
- Cognitive abstraction: In psychology and psychiatry, cognitive abstraction refers to the mental process of creating general concepts or ideas by identifying shared characteristics or patterns among specific instances or examples.
- Medical coding: Medical coding is the process of translating medical documentation into standardized codes for billing and data collection purposes. This often involves a process of abstraction.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Abstraction
- Wikipedia's article - Abstraction
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