Control visit

What does "Control visit" 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

A "control visit" in a medical document refers to a scheduled appointment with a healthcare professional. This is typically a follow-up meeting after a treatment or procedure, where the healthcare professional checks on the patient's progress and ensures everything is going as expected. The term "in 8 weeks" indicates the time frame for this follow-up, meaning the control visit is scheduled to happen 8 weeks after the initial treatment or procedure.

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