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iatrogenic

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iatrogenic [ī‚a·trə′jen·ik]
(medicine)
Pertaining to an abnormal state or condition produced by a physician in a patient by inadvertent or incorrect treatment.


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Infectious prion diseases included CJD associated with cadaveric dura mater graft (dCJD) or other iatrogenic opportunities for prion infection, in which the criteria for sCJD were applied for the diagnosis, and vCJD, in which the diagnosis was based on WHO criteria (2001) (11).
It can occur as a direct result of facial, oral, or nasal mucosal trauma, including iatrogenic trauma secondary to dental surgery, sinus surgery, or adenotonsillectomy.
Unfortunately, though, many staff members use them as a crutch, and this can lead to iatrogenic incontinence.
 
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