General
gok
What does gok mean?
Shorthand admission that nobody can work out what is wrong with the patient.
"Every test negative; final impression, GOK."
Origin
Medical slang acronym.
Frequently asked questions
What does GOK stand for?
'God Only Knows' — used when every test is negative and nobody can work out what's wrong with the patient.
How is GOK used?
As a wry final impression when a case defies diagnosis despite a full work-up.
Is GOK offensive?
No, it's self-deprecating staff humour aimed at the puzzle, not the patient.
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