Defect

What does "Defect" 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

In the field of medicine, a defect refers to a part of the body that is not normal or is missing. This could be something a person is born with, like a heart that didn't form correctly, or it could be the result of an illness or injury. For example, if a person has a disease that damages their liver, that damage could be referred to as a defect. It's essentially a general term for any kind of physical abnormality or malfunction in the body.

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