Kontrollterminen

Kontrollterminen, in standard German most often written as Kontrolltermine in the nominative plural, refer to scheduled appointments for evaluation, follow-up, or verification after a prior encounter, intervention, or ongoing process. The singular form is Kontrolltermin. The plural form Kontrollterminen is encountered mainly in the dative plural den Kontrollterminen and appears in some texts as an alternate spelling, but Kontrolltermine is generally preferred in contemporary usage.

In healthcare and medical contexts, Kontrolltermine are commonly used to monitor healing, assess treatment effectiveness, detect side effects, or adjust therapies. They occur after surgeries, during chronic disease management, after diagnostic procedures, or within rehabilitation programs. Patients may be asked to undergo tests or imaging, report symptoms, or review medication regimens at these appointments.

Beyond medicine, Kontrolltermine are also used in administrative, legal, and occupational settings. They can mark periodic checks for compliance with regulations, safety procedures, or quality standards. In such contexts, these appointments help ensure ongoing adherence to predefined requirements and allow for documentation of progress or findings.

Related terms include Nachuntersuchung (follow-up examination) and Nachsorge (aftercare), which describe similar concepts with a focus on ongoing monitoring after a treatment or illness episode. Overall, Kontrolltermine serve as structured points in time to review status, outcomes, and next steps.

See also: check-up, follow-up appointment, aftercare.