Indication for procedure

What does "Indication for procedure" 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

"Indication for procedure" in medicine refers to the reason why a certain medical procedure needs to be done. It's like the justification for why a doctor would recommend a specific treatment or test. This could be due to symptoms a patient is experiencing, results from previous tests, or a known health condition. It's essentially the medical problem that the procedure is expected to investigate, manage, or resolve.

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