Phthisiology
Phthisiology is the care, treatment, and study of tuberculosis of the lung. It is therefore considered a specialisation within the area of pulmonology.
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The term derives from the designation by Hippocrates of phthisis (Greek φθίσις) meaning "consumption".
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