Understanding Iatrogenic Disease: When Treatment Causes Harm
Understanding Iatrogenic Disease: When Treatment Causes Harm What is Iatrogenic Disease? Iatrogenic disease refers to any condition that is caused unintentionally by medical treatment or diagnostic procedures. The word “iatrogenic” comes from the Greek roots iatros (physician) and genesis (origin). In simple terms, it means a doctor- or treatment-induced illness. This can include: Medication side...
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