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Area of Science:

  • Medical Informatics
  • Health Equity
  • Sociology of Health

Background:

  • SNOMED CT is a critical global clinical terminology for structuring health data.
  • Existing research highlights significant racial, ethnic, and cultural gaps within SNOMED CT.
  • These omissions can lead to healthcare inequities and limit personalized medicine.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the representation of socially and culturally relevant concepts in SNOMED CT using the Diversity Minimal Item Set (DiMIS) framework.
  • To identify specific omissions and insufficiencies in culturally nuanced terminology.
  • To understand the impact of these gaps on diagnostic accuracy and healthcare inclusivity.

Main Methods:

  • A structured search methodology was employed.
  • The Diversity Minimal Item Set (DiMIS) framework guided the examination of concept representation.
  • Analysis focused on terms related to values, beliefs, environment, and social practices.

Main Results:

  • Many socially and culturally relevant concepts are absent or inadequately defined in SNOMED CT.
  • Culturally specific terms (e.g., 'hijab') are missing, unlike generic terms (e.g., 'scarf').
  • Concepts like consanguinity distinctions and African Traditional Medicine are unrepresented.

Conclusions:

  • Omissions in SNOMED CT create structural invisibilities, perpetuating healthcare disparities.
  • Inadequate terminology impedes context-aware diagnostics and inclusive healthcare.
  • Collaborative and inclusive revisions of medical terminologies are essential for equitable health systems.