prophylaxis
/ˌprɒfɪˈlaksɪs
/noun [mass noun]
Treatment given or action taken to prevent disease: [with modifier]: all patients received preoperative antibiotic prophylaxis stroke prophylaxis...
- In those who are severely immunosuppressed the treatment and prophylaxis of opportunistic infections remains important.
- Containment may not be possible without vaccination, prophylaxis or effective treatment.
- Most urologic procedures do not require preoperative antibiotic prophylaxis.
Synonyms
preventive treatment, prevention, protection
Origin
Mid 19th century: modern Latin, from pro-2 'before' + Greek phulaxis 'act of guarding'.
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