multidisciplinary
Multiple Specialties Together
Plain-language definition
An approach involving multiple medical specialties working together. Many neuro-ophthalmic conditions require collaboration between ophthalmology, neurology, and other fields.
Where this term comes up
“Diagnosis relied on imaging, pathology and multidisciplinary clinical assessment.”
Publication · Salivary Gland Adenocarcinoma of the Sphenoid Sinus Causing Compressive Optic Neuropathy
“Shunting is generally not offered for headache alone without specialist multidisciplinary assessment.”
Treatment · Optic Nerve Sheath Fenestration
“Pituitary care is multidisciplinary. Useful questions include:”
Condition · Pituitary Tumor
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Specialty terms connect eye care with neurology, endocrinology, rheumatology, infectious disease, or other fields involved in vision care.
Related glossary terms
- MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- bilaterally
On Both Sides
- CSF
Cerebrospinal Fluid
- OCT
Optical Coherence Tomography
- cerebrospinal
Brain & Spinal Fluid
- CRP
C-Reactive Protein
A note on medical context
A glossary definition can explain a word, but it cannot tell you whether a symptom or test result is serious. If this term came from an article, use the full article and your clinician's guidance for context.