Fishbone

What does "Fishbone" 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 medicine, "Fishbone" is a term used to describe a specific type of diagram. This diagram is used by medical professionals to visually represent the causes of a certain event, such as a disease or a medical condition. The diagram looks like a fish skeleton, with the main problem represented by the fish's spine and the causes or factors contributing to the problem represented by the bones branching off the spine. This helps doctors and nurses to better understand and analyze complex medical situations.

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