1. A therapeutic or medical intervention administered at intervals rather than continuously, with periods of activity followed by periods of rest or cessation
The patient received intermittent treatment for his chronic condition, with therapy sessions scheduled twice weekly.
O paciente recebeu tratamento intermitente para sua condição crônica, com sessões de terapia agendadas duas vezes por semana.
2. A pattern of care or intervention characterized by interruptions or breaks rather than constant application
Intermittent treatment of the infection proved effective while minimizing side effects.
O tratamento intermitente da infecção provou ser eficaz enquanto minimizava os efeitos colaterais.