medical finding
/ˈmɛdɪkəl ˈfaɪndɪŋ/ · med·i·cal find·ing
noun
- An observation, result, or piece of information obtained through a medical examination, test, or procedure. The MRI revealed a small medical finding that required further investigation.
- A specific abnormality or noteworthy detail noted by a healthcare professional during patient assessment. The doctor documented a cardiac murmur as a medical finding in the patient's chart.
Synonyms
clinical observationdiagnostic resulttest resultclinical findinghealth indicatordiagnostic findingmedical observationphysiological data
Antonyms
Did you know? The phrase "medical finding" gained prominence with the rise of standardized radiology reports in the 1970s, helping clinicians quickly convey key observations across specialties.