Preferred Term:
chronic diseases
Definition:
Diseases which have one or more of the following characteristics: they are permanent, leave residual disability, are caused by nonreversible pathological alteration, require special training of the patient for rehabilitation, or may be expected to require a long period of supervision, observation, or care.
Concept Schemes:
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NALT Core
NALT Core
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
- chronic course
- chronic illness
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/326
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