active treatment
[/ˈæktɪv ˈtriːtmənt/]
nounpl: active treatments
tratamento ativo
1. Medical intervention involving direct therapeutic action to cure, manage, or alleviate a disease or condition, as opposed to passive observation or palliative care
The patient opted for active treatment rather than watchful waiting for their cancer diagnosis.
O paciente optou por tratamento ativo em vez de vigilância ativa para seu diagnóstico de câncer.
2. Any therapeutic procedure or medication regimen that directly targets the underlying cause of a medical condition
Active treatment for the infection includes antibiotics and supportive care.
O tratamento ativo da infecção inclui antibióticos e cuidados de suporte.
3. In rehabilitation, therapeutic exercises and interventions performed by a patient with professional guidance to promote recovery
Physical therapy provides active treatment to restore mobility after surgery.
A fisioterapia oferece tratamento ativo para restaurar a mobilidade após a cirurgia.
In both Brazilian and American healthcare contexts, 'active treatment' is a critical medical term distinguishing between interventional approaches and observational management. The choice between active treatment and watchful waiting often involves cultural attitudes toward medical intervention, patient preferences, and the severity of the condition. In Brazil, as in the USA, patients increasingly participate in shared decision-making regarding treatment options.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to pursue active treatment
to undergo active treatment
to recommend active treatment
active treatment plan
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