Precipitating factors of acute illness in patients with chronic disease.
The precipitating causes of acute illness in patients with chronic organic disease can often be prevented, reversed or controlled. The various kinds of precipitating factors are described, and their anticipation and the prompt institution of remedial measures are emphasized.
D002908:Chronic Disease / Q000517:prevention & control*; D006331:Heart Diseases / Q000150:complications*; D006801:Humans; D008107:Liver Diseases / Q000150:complications*