Previous examination

What does "Previous examination" 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

"Previous examination" in a medical document refers to the last medical check-up or test that a patient had. It's a comparison point for doctors to see if there have been any changes in a patient's health condition. For example, if a patient's health has improved, stayed the same, or worsened since the last check-up, this would be noted in relation to the "previous examination".

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