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Medical Neglect MeSH Descriptor Data 2025


MeSH Heading
Medical Neglect
Tree Number(s)
I01.198.240.540
I01.880.735.191.127
Unique ID
D000097824
RDF Unique Identifier
http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D000097824
Scope Note
Failure to seek timely and appropriate care or allow such care for medical, dental or psychological needs by family members, legal guardian and other caregivers. Negligence by professionals is PROFESSIONAL NEGLIGENCE.
Previous Indexing
Child Abuse (1989-2023)
Public MeSH Note
2024
History Note
2024
Date Established
2024/01/01
Date of Entry
2023/07/26
Revision Date
2023/05/31

No Qualifiers
Medical Neglect Preferred
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