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Definition of Catastrophic illness
1. Noun. Severe illness requiring prolonged hospitalization or recovery; usually involves high costs for hospitals and doctors and medicines.
Medical Definition of Catastrophic illness
1. An acute or prolonged illness usually considered to be life-threatening or with the threat of serious residual disability. Treatment may be radical and is frequently costly. (12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Catastrophic Illness
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