OBJECTIVE

To provide essential information on contemporary approaches and relevant principles for diagnosing medical conditions, substantiating its significance in clinical practice.

RESULTS

The fundamental importance of clinical diagnosis in the daily practice of healthcare professionals from any specialization is demonstrated. It is noted that the timeliness, adequacy, and personalized direction of treatment for individual patients, as well as the continuity of therapeutic measures and their overall effectiveness, largely depend on the accuracy and comprehensiveness of the formulated diagnosis. The structure of a modern diagnosis is presented, and definitions of its main sections or categories are provided, with typical shortcomings and errors encountered in the process of composing a clinical diagnosis being highlighted.

CONCLUSION

Knowledge of the fundamentals and current principles of diagnosis is indispensable for clinicians of any specialty, particularly for surgeons, due to the unique nature of their profession and the highest level of responsibility in decision-making.