Attenuation

What does "Attenuation" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Attenuation" in a medical context generally refers to the thinning or weakening of a structure in the body. It could be used to describe a situation where a part of the body, such as a muscle or a ligament, has become thinner or less strong than it normally is. This term does not indicate why the thinning or weakening has occurred, just that it has happened.

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