etioloogial
Etioloogial refers to the study of causes or origins of diseases and conditions, a field commonly known as etiology in English. It focuses on identifying factors that contribute to the onset of illness and explaining how those factors lead to specific health outcomes.
The term derives from the idea of a cause or origin and includes the search for single
Etiological factors are diverse and can be broadly categorized. Infectious agents such as bacteria, viruses, fungi,
Applications of etiological study include guiding diagnosis, informing treatment choices, and shaping prevention strategies. Public health
Limitations and ongoing challenges include unknown or uncertain etiologies, multifactorial causation, confounding factors, and the evolving