Significance of Prognosis
Prognosis, across Ayurveda, Science, Psychiatry, and Health Sciences, refers to the likely course or outcome of a disease. It involves predicting recovery, recurrence, or survival, influenced by factors like disease stage, patient condition, and treatment effectiveness. Assessments of curability, potential complications, and individual patient factors play a crucial role. Biomarkers, diagnostic examinations, and even tools from the current era can aid in determining prognosis, which is essential for guiding treatment and informing patients.
Synonyms: Prediction, Expectation, Future course, Projection, Diagnosis
In Dutch: Prognose; In Finnish: Ennuste; In Spanish: Pronóstico
The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.
Hindu concept of 'Prognosis'
In Hinduism, Prognosis refers to predicting a disease's course and outcome, considering factors like disease stage, symptoms, and patient condition. It assesses curability, potential complications, and treatment effectiveness, guiding medical decisions.
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) This is a prediction of the course of treatment and the likely outcome of the disease, which becomes crucial in determining the course of treatment.[1] (2) This is the determination of whether a disease is curable, easily curable, just manageable, or not curable, which the Acharyas instructed to decide during examination.[2] (3) This is the forecast of the likely course of a disease, and Upamana Pramana is useful in the identification of clinical picture of diseases, plants, delineating pathology, prognosis, nomenclature of diseases, treatment, dosage of medicine and for giving certain instructions to the physicians as well as describing instruments etc.[3] (4) This refers to the likely course or outcome of a disease, and modifying the disease process early in rheumatoid arthritis is important for having a good prognosis.[4] (5) This can be aided through Arishta Nadi, which serves as a Prathyaksha Pramana in the assessment of clinical presentations, as well as being a part of the overall application of Nadi Pareeksha.[5]
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 2: Nidanasthana
(1) The determination of whether different types of Visarpa are curable or incurable, particularly noting the difficulties with those affecting vital parts.[6] (2) The expected outcome for a case of piles based on the duration and type of hemorrhoids.[7] (3) The expected outcome of an abscess, particularly concerning its location and potential for recovery.[8] (4) Evaluating the likelihood of recovery or complications in Prameha patients based on observed symptoms and types.[9] (5) An assessment of the severity and curability of the diseases outlined, noting that certain types are deemed incurable.[10]
From: Sushruta Samhita, Volume 6: Uttara-tantra
(1) The expected outcome for different degrees of ulceration in the eye tissues.[11] (2) The expected outcome of a case of Rakta-Pitta based on the direction and type of blood emission.[12] (3) The expected outcome for a patient with Pandu-roga, particularly serious cases showing signs of severe complications.[13] (4) The expected outcome of the disease based on the symptoms and condition of the affected child.[14] (5) The likely outcome of diarrhea based on various stool characteristics and the patient's general condition.[15]
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 4: Cikitsasthana
(1) An outlook or prediction regarding the course and outcome of a fractured bone's healing.[16] (2) The expected outcome of medical treatment for specific severe diseases, indicating the difficulty in ensuring recovery.[17]
From: Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine
(1) This is the likely course of a disease, and the study mentioned that the prognosis of colorectal cancer patients is often determined by the stage of the disease.[18] (2) This term refers to the likely course of a disease, and in the case of psoriasis, it can be associated with other chronic health conditions.[19]
From: Sushruta Samhita, Volume 5: Kalpasthana
(1) An assessment of the expected outcome of Dushi-visha poisoning, variable based on patient factors.[20]
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 1: Sutrasthana
(1) It is an analysis of perverted functions from the five sense organs in the Sushruta Samhita.[21]
The concept of Prognosis in scientific sources
Prognosis refers to the predicted or likely course and outcome of a disease. It is a key part of diagnosis, impacting treatment decisions, recovery expectations, and understanding potential outcomes, influenced by factors like age, biomarkers, and treatment adherence.
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) The prognosis of patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer can be affected by depression, anxiety, and adherence to treatment.[22] (2) The predicted outcome or course of a disease, which can be influenced by the expression levels of certain lncRNAs in patients.[23] (3) The likely course or outcome of a disease, which can be improved by optimal management strategies for advanced chronic heart failure.[24] (4) The likely outcome or course of a disease or condition, which can be influenced by the type of surgical intervention used.[25] (5) The research sought to improve the prognosis for patients with type 2 diabetic cardiomyopathy through understanding the mechanism of Astragalus membranaceus extract injection.[26]
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This is the prediction of the likely course of a disease, and clinicians can use this information to assist patients.[27] (2) The likely course of a medical condition, and studies on COVID-19 patients have showed the presence of thrombocytopenia and its association with poor prognosis.[28] (3) This is the predicted course of a disease, and it is studied in connection to the presence of stromal mast cells in invasive breast cancer.[29] (4) Prognosis refers to the predicted course of a disease, including the likelihood of recovery, recurrence, and survival, based on various factors.[30] (5) Prognosis refers to the predicted course of a disease, and the study discusses how factors such as surgery and comorbid conditions influence this.[31]
From: South African Family Practice
(1) Prognosis refers to the predicted course and outcome of a disease, and in venous thromboembolism, it depends on the presence of transient versus persistent risk factors.[32] (2) Prognosis is the predicted course of a disease or the chance of recovery, and it can vary significantly depending on the specific clinical signs observed.[33]
From: Journal of Public Health in Africa
(1) This is the prediction of the likely course of a disease, and it can be affected by factors such as HER 2 overexpression.[34]
From: South African Journal of Physiotherapy
(1) This is the expected outcome or natural course of a disease, which is essential for intelligent treatment, and can be affected by physiotherapy.[35]
From: South African Journal of Psychiatry
(1) The likely course of a disease or condition, with cannabis use often associated with a poorer prognosis in people with psychosis, leading to a more difficult path.[36] (2) Prognosis refers to the likely course of a disease, and sleep disturbances influence the prognosis of bipolar disorder.[37] (3) This is the likely course of a medical condition, and scientific endeavors inform us about it, along with diagnosis, treatment, and other management aspects.[38] (4) This is the predicted course of a disease, and an accurate diagnosis of Schizoaffective Disorder is important because it has implications for the prognosis.[39] (5) Prognosis refers to the predicted course and outcome of a disease, and providing the patient and family with the prognosis is part of the diagnostic process, as it helps them to understand what to expect in the future.[40]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) Prognosis refers to the likely course or outcome of a disease, and certain biomarkers can help predict the prognosis in conditions like neuroblastoma.[41] (2) Prognosis refers to the likely course or outcome of a disease, and in the context of gastric cancer, it is often poor, contributing to the difficulty in treatment.[42] (3) The likely course or outcome of a disease or condition.[43]