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Abbreviations for device names: a proposed methodology with specific examples
1American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, Rolling Meadows, IL 60611, USA. m-alam@northwestern.edu
Summary
A new system for medical device abbreviations in dermatology was developed to ensure clarity and avoid bias. This standardized approach provides brief, transparent abbreviations for devices like neurotoxins and soft-tissue fillers.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Medical Device Nomenclature
Background:
- Many dermatology devices lack standardized generic names, leading to potential bias when commercial names are used.
- Ad-hoc names or abbreviations can cause confusion among readers unfamiliar with them.
Purpose of the Study:
- To establish a systematic method for creating abbreviations for common dermatology devices.
- To develop abbreviations for FDA-approved neurotoxins and injectable soft-tissue fillers.
Main Methods:
- A Lexicon Task Force was convened by the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery in March 2012.
- Criteria for assigning medical device abbreviations were developed using a modified consensus process.
Main Results:
- Abbreviations were designed to be standardized, transparent, brief, and distinct from commercial names.
- Three-letter, all-caps abbreviations, sometimes with subscripts, were assigned to approved neurotoxins and fillers.
Conclusions:
- A unified system for dermatology device abbreviations can prevent perceived bias and enhance communication.
- The proposed system is expandable to other devices and suitable for various academic and clinical contexts.
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