Definition of Procedure

Activity or measure that produces an effect or that is intended to alter the course of a disease in patient or population. This is a general term encompassing medical, social, behavioral, environmental and other acts that can have preventive and/or therapeutic impact.

Procedure is from the group

Clinical or Research Activity

Other Names for Procedure

Intervention or Procedure
Intervention Strategies
Interventional
Procedure
Surgical AND MEDICAL PROCEDURES

Source

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