Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Computer-Assisted Diagnosis

Application of computer programs designed to assist the physician in solving a diagnostic problem.

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

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Abstract

Application of computer programs designed to assist the physician in solving a diagnostic problem.

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5 entry terms
  • Diagnosis, Computer-Assisted
  • Computer Assisted Diagnosis
  • Computer-Assisted Diagnoses
  • Diagnoses, Computer-Assisted
  • Diagnosis, Computer Assisted

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Aspects Covered

15 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, legislation & jurisprudence, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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History Note

91(69); was DIAGNOSIS, COMPUTER ASSISTED 1969-90 (Prov 1969-72)

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  • Computers (1966-1968)

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  1. E01w.158w
  2. L01w.313w.500w.750w.100.158w

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Computer-Assisted Diagnosis. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D003936. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D003936
  2. Computer-Assisted Diagnosis. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer-aided_diagnosis
  3. Computer-Assisted Diagnosis. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1122413