Length

What does "Length" 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, "length" typically refers to the measurement of a certain part of the body or the duration of a particular health condition or treatment. For example, the length of a bone can be measured in centimeters or inches. Similarly, the length of a disease could refer to how long a person has been dealing with a certain illness. It could also refer to the duration of a treatment, such as the length of a course of antibiotics.

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