Indication for surgery

What does "Indication for surgery" 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 surgery" is a term used in medicine to describe the reason or need for a surgical procedure. It refers to the specific medical conditions or symptoms that a patient has which suggest that surgery may be the best treatment option. This could be anything from a broken bone that needs to be fixed, to a tumor that needs to be removed. The decision is usually made after other treatment options have been considered or tried.

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