etiological

• Qui concerne la cause ou l'origine d'une maladie ou d'un état.

Relating to the cause or origin of a disease or condition.

1. Relating to the study of causationC2formal

   Pertaining to the philosophical investigation of causes and origins.

   étiologique (relatif à l'étude des causes)

   • The philosopher presented an etiological argument for the origin of the universe.
   • Her research focused on the etiological factors behind social behavior.
   • The etiological debate centered on whether the event was caused by natural or human factors.

   Synonymesaetiologicaetiologicalcausalcausativeetiologic

2. Relating to the cause of a diseaseC1formalmedical

   Concerning the origin and development of a disease or medical condition.

   étiologique (en médecine)

   • The doctor studied the etiological agents of the infection.
   • Etiological research is crucial for developing effective treatments.
   • The patient's history provided important etiological clues for the diagnosis.

   Synonymescausalcausative