common finding

[ˈkɑːmən ˈfaɪndɪŋ]
noun phrasepl: common findings
achado comum
1. A result, observation, or discovery that is frequently encountered or occurs regularly in medical, scientific, or research contexts
Elevated blood pressure was a common finding in patients with kidney disease.
A pressão arterial elevada foi um achado comum em pacientes com doença renal.
2. A prevalent or typical result discovered through investigation, examination, or analysis
Fatigue is a common finding in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
A fadiga é um achado comum em pacientes com câncer em quimioterapia.
3. A frequently observed characteristic or symptom identified in clinical practice or research studies
Cognitive impairment is a common finding in Alzheimer's disease.
O comprometimento cognitivo é um achado comum na doença de Alzheimer.
This phrase is predominantly used in medical, scientific, and academic contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It is essential terminology for healthcare professionals, researchers, and students when discussing clinical observations, diagnostic results, or research outcomes. The phrase emphasizes the prevalence or frequency of a particular observation, distinguishing it from rare or anomalous findings.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
frequent observationtypical resultprevalent findingregular occurrencestandard result
Antonyms / Antônimos
rare findingunusual observationuncommon resultexceptional case

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
achado comum
Most common usage in medical and scientific contexts
São Paulo
achado comum
Standard medical terminology usage
Rio de Janeiro
achado comum
Standard medical terminology usage
Portugal
achado frequente / achado comum
European Portuguese may also use 'achado frequente' or 'descoberta comum'

Related Words

clinical findingincidental findingradiological findinglaboratory findingpathological finding

Related Idioms & Phrases

a common finding in the literature
a common finding across populations
an unexpected common finding
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