General
vomit
What does vomit mean?
A patient subjected to unnecessary tests and interventions triggered by an incidental scan finding.
"Cascade of scans off one shadow — he's a classic VOMIT."
Origin
Medical acronym critiquing overinvestigation.
Frequently asked questions
What does VOMIT stand for in medicine?
It stands for 'Victim Of Modern Imaging Technology,' a patient dragged into unnecessary tests by an incidental scan finding.
What point is the acronym making?
It critiques overinvestigation, where one incidental finding triggers a cascade of further scans and interventions.
Is VOMIT an official term?
No, it's a satirical medical acronym rather than formal terminology.
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