Delivery

What does "Delivery" 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 context of medicine, "delivery" often refers to the process of childbirth, where a baby is born. It can also refer to the way a medication or treatment is given to a patient. For example, a medication could be delivered orally (by mouth), intravenously (through a vein), or topically (applied to the skin). So, in simple terms, "delivery" in medicine is about how something (like a baby or a drug) is brought to where it needs to be.

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