Watchful waiting

Noun

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.NounAn approach to a medical problem in which time is allowed to pass before medical intervention or therapy is used; during this time, repeated testing may be performed.

Synonyms

waiting game awaitment waiting waiting period meantime standby window delaying tactic wariness work-up while prediagnosis

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