SNOMED CT

SNOMED CT, or the Systematized Nomenclature of Medicine—Clinical Terms, is a comprehensive medical vocabulary used to standardize health information. It helps healthcare professionals consistently document and communicate about patients' conditions, treatments, and procedures. By using a common language, SNOMED CT improves the quality of care, enhances data sharing between systems, and supports research and public health efforts. Essentially, it ensures that everyone in the healthcare system understands terms in the same way, facilitating better diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient safety.