Abbreviations
- CO2 – Carbon Dioxide: A colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas that is used in many medical procedures, including laparoscopy and angiography.
- CRP – C-Reactive Protein: A protein produced by the liver in response to inflammation.
- CHO: Carbohydrates - Carbohydrates are one of the macronutrients in the diet and serve as a primary source of energy for the body. They include sugars, starches, and fiber.
- CAD: Coronary Artery Disease - Coronary Artery Disease is a condition in which the arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle become narrowed or blocked, leading to reduced blood flow to the heart.
- CHF – Congestive Heart Failure: Congestive Heart Failure is a condition where the heart cannot pump blood effectively, leading to symptoms such as shortness of breath and fluid retention.
- CT – Computed Tomography: Computed Tomography is a medical imaging technique that uses X-rays and computer technology to create detailed cross-sectional images of the body's internal structures.
- CBC – Complete Blood Count: A Complete Blood Count is a blood test that measures various components of the blood, including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. It is used to assess overall health and diagnose various medical conditions.
- CVD: Cardiovascular disease is a term used to describe a group of diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels.
- CUA: Cost-utility analysis is a type of economic evaluation that compares the costs and benefits of different healthcare interventions in terms of quality-adjusted life-years (QALYs).
- CI: Confidence interval is a statistical measure of the uncertainty around an estimated value.
- CHD: Coronary heart disease is a condition that affects the coronary arteries, which supply blood to the heart.
- CEA: Cost-effectiveness analysis is a type of economic evaluation that compares the costs and benefits of different healthcare interventions.
- CBT: Cognitive-behavioral therapy is a type of psychotherapy that helps people identify and change negative thoughts and behaviors that contribute to their mental health problems.
- CHD – Coronary Heart Disease: CHD refers to a group of heart-related conditions caused by the narrowing of coronary arteries, often associated with obesity and lifestyle factors.
- CEA – Cost-Effectiveness Analysis: CEA is a research method used to assess the economic value of a healthcare intervention by comparing the costs and benefits.
- CBT – Cognitive–Behavioral Therapy: CBT is a psychotherapy approach that helps individuals identify and modify negative thought patterns and behaviors, often used in treating mental health issues, including those related to obesity.
- CNS – Central Nervous System: The part of the nervous system that includes the brain and spinal cord.
- CNS – Central Nervous System: The part of the nervous system that includes the brain and spinal cord.
