harmless finding
[/ˈhɑːrmlɪs ˈfaɪndɪŋ/]
nounpl: harmless findings
achado inócuo
1. A medical or diagnostic discovery that appears abnormal but poses no threat to health or does not require treatment
The CT scan revealed a harmless finding of a small cyst that does not require follow-up.
A tomografia revelou um achado inócuo de um pequeno cisto que não requer acompanhamento.
2. An incidental discovery during examination or investigation that is benign and clinically insignificant
The biopsy showed a harmless finding, so no intervention was necessary.
A biópsia mostrou um achado inócuo, portanto nenhuma intervenção foi necessária.
This is primarily medical and scientific terminology used by healthcare professionals in both the USA and Brazil. It is commonly encountered in medical reports, imaging results, and clinical consultations to reassure patients that an unexpected discovery is not dangerous or pathological.
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