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Rare Diseases

Medical Definition: A large group of diseases which are characterized by a low prevalence in the population. They frequently are associated with problems in diagnosis and treatment.
Guide Notes: coord with specific disease; index only when discussed as rare disease
Also Called: Orphan Diseases
Previously Indexed: Case Report (1965-2002)

Rare Diseases Medical Definitions and Terms

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