1. A significant discovery or observation in medical imaging, laboratory tests, or clinical examination that requires immediate attention or action due to its serious implications for patient health
The radiologist identified a critical finding of a large pulmonary embolism on the CT scan.
O radiologista identificou um achado crítico de um grande embolia pulmonar na tomografia.
2. In research or quality control, a result or observation that is important enough to significantly affect conclusions or require urgent intervention
A critical finding in the drug trial prompted an immediate halt to the study.
Um achado crítico no ensaio clínico levou a uma interrupção imediata do estudo.