Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nonsyndromic
Adjective
/nɒnˈsɪndrəˌmɪk/
Definition
Referring to a condition that is not part of a syndrome, meaning it occurs independently and does not have a set of associated symptoms.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with nonsyndromic hearing loss, which means that their condition was not linked to any other health issues.
- Nonsyndromic cleft lip and palate can occur without other congenital abnormalities.
- Researchers are studying nonsyndromic forms of epilepsy to better understand its causes.
Meaning
Nonsyndromic often describes a medical or genetic condition that does not accompany other symptoms or issues typically associated with a syndrome.
Synonyms
- Independently occurring
- Non-syndromatic
- Isolated
