nosokomial

nosocomial (hospital-acquired)

English translations

  1. 01

    nosocomial

  2. 02

    hospital-acquired

Word details

German meaning
beschreibt eine Infektion, die im Krankenhaus erworben wurde.
English meaning
nosocomial
Synonym
im Krankenhaus erworben
German example
Die nosokomiale Infektion verlängerte den Krankenhausaufenthalt des Patienten.
English example
The nosocomial infection prolonged the patient's hospital stay.

Example sentences with “nosokomial”

  1. Die nosokomiale Infektion wurde schnell behandelt. (The hospital-acquired infection was treated quickly.)

Frequently asked questions

What does 'nosokomial' mean?

It refers to an infection that is acquired in a hospital setting.