peripheral findings

[pə-ˈri-fə-rəl ˈfaɪn-dɪŋz]
noun
achados periféricos
1. Medical or diagnostic observations detected in areas away from the central or main focus of examination; secondary or incidental findings outside the primary area of interest
The radiologist noted several peripheral findings in addition to the main tumor.
O radiologista anotou vários achados periféricos além do tumor principal.
2. Clinical observations found in peripheral body regions, such as the extremities, skin, or outer organs during physical examination
Peripheral findings on examination included edema and discoloration of the feet.
Os achados periféricos no exame incluíram edema e descoloração dos pés.
3. Incidental or secondary medical discoveries that are not the primary focus of investigation but may be clinically significant
The CT scan revealed peripheral findings that warranted further investigation.
A tomografia revelou achados periféricos que justificavam investigação adicional.
This is primarily medical/technical terminology used universally in healthcare settings across English and Portuguese-speaking countries. It appears frequently in medical reports, imaging studies, and clinical documentation. The term reflects the medical profession's systematic approach to documenting both primary and secondary clinical observations during diagnosis and treatment.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
secondary findingsincidental findingsaccessory findingscollateral findings
Antonyms / Antônimos
central findingsprimary findingsmain findings

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
achados periféricos
Standard medical terminology used in clinical practice and reports
Portugal
achados periféricos
Same terminology used in Portuguese medical practice
Medical English (USA)
peripheral findings
Common in radiology, pathology, and clinical medicine reports

Related Words

clinical examinationdiagnostic imagingmedical findingspathological findingsradiological findings

Related Idioms & Phrases

of peripheral importance
on the periphery of
findings on the sidelines
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