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iatrogenic Definition

iatro·genic (ī a′trə jenik)

adjective

caused by medical treatment: said esp. of symptoms, ailments, or disorders induced by drugs or surgery

Etymology: iatro- + -genic

iatrogenic Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • transmission: Also, the potential of iatrogenic transmission of CJD remains a matter of concern.
  • illness: Steel K, et al: Iatrogenic Illness on a General Medical Service at a University Hospital.
  • disease: We can already see the tip of the iceberg in the new classes of iatrogenic diseases that 'health genomics' will bring.
  • infection: Iatrogenic infections with growth hormone have appeared after an average period of 13 years.
  • injury: These include Easier re-entry into the abdominal cavity during re-exploration avoiding risks of iatrogenic injury to the bowel.
  • damage: The median nerve is at risk of iatrogenic damage during the procedure due to its close relation to the overlying ligament.

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