silent abnormality
[ˈsaɪlənt æbˈnɔːrməlɪti]
nounpl: silent abnormalities
anormalidade silenciosa
1. A medical condition or pathological finding that is present in the body but produces no noticeable symptoms or clinical signs
The patient had a silent abnormality in her heart that was only discovered during a routine screening test.
A paciente tinha uma anormalidade silenciosa no coração que foi descoberta apenas durante um teste de triagem de rotina.
2. An asymptomatic disease or disorder that requires diagnostic imaging or laboratory testing to detect
Silent abnormalities in the lungs can progress undetected for years without causing symptoms.
Anormalidades silenciosas nos pulmões podem progredir despercebidas durante anos sem causar sintomas.
This term is primarily used in medical and healthcare settings in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazil, preventive health screenings and early detection programs often identify silent abnormalities, leading to discussions about the importance of routine medical check-ups. The phrase reflects a growing global awareness of asymptomatic diseases, particularly relevant in aging populations and in discussions about healthcare efficiency.
Related Idioms & Phrases
silent killer - a disease that develops without noticeable symptoms
flying under the radar - remaining undetected or unnoticed
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