Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nosography
noun
/nəˈzɒɡrəfi/
Definition
The classification of diseases and disorders, especially in terms of their signs and symptoms.
Examples
- The nosography of psychiatric disorders has evolved significantly over the years.
- In medical textbooks, you can find a detailed nosography that categorizes different health conditions.
- Researchers are developing a new nosography that may improve the diagnosis of rare diseases.
Meaning
Nosography is often used in the context of creating a systematic description of various diseases, which helps in understanding and diagnosing illnesses.
Synonyms
- classification
- disease taxonomy
- disease categorization
