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catastrophic illness

/ˌkætəˈstrɒfɪk ˈɪlnəs/

Traduction: Maladie ou état médical grave et potentiellement mortel, nécessitant des soins intensifs, une hospitalisation prolongée ou des soins de longue durée, entraînant souvent une charge financière importante.

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/ˌkætəˈstrɒfɪk ˈɪlnəs/C1formalmedical
  • frMaladie ou état médical grave et potentiellement mortel, nécessitant des soins intensifs, une hospitalisation prolongée ou des soins de longue durée, entraînant souvent une charge financière importante.

A severe, life-threatening disease or medical condition that requires extensive treatment, prolonged hospitalization, or long-term care, often leading to significant financial burden.

  1. Severe, life-threatening diseaseB2formal

    A serious medical condition that requires extensive treatment, often leading to significant financial burden or long-term disability.

    frmaladie catastrophique

    • The family struggled to pay for the treatment of his catastrophic illness.
    • Cancer is often considered a catastrophic illness due to its high costs.
    • Insurance policies sometimes have special coverage for catastrophic illnesses.