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conservative treatment
[/kənˈsɜːrvətɪv ˈtriːtmənt/]
noun
pl: conservative treatments
tratamento conservador
1.
Medical treatment that aims to manage symptoms and promote healing without surgical intervention
The doctor recommended conservative treatment for the sprained ankle, including rest and ice therapy.
O médico recomendou tratamento conservador para o tornozelo torcido, incluindo repouso e terapia de gelo.
2.
A therapeutic approach that prioritizes non-invasive methods and avoids or delays surgery when possible
Conservative treatment for back pain may include physical therapy, medication, and lifestyle modifications.
O tratamento conservador para dor nas costas pode incluir fisioterapia, medicação e modificações no estilo de vida.
Synonyms
non-surgical treatment
medical management
non-invasive treatment
expectant management
Antonyms
surgical treatment
operative treatment
invasive treatment
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
tratamento conservador
Most common usage in Brazilian medical practice
São Paulo
tratamento conservador
Standard medical terminology
Portugal
tratamento conservador
Standard medical terminology in European Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
take a conservative approach
opt for conservative measures
exhaust conservative options
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