Description

Withdraw refers to the process of removing a patient from a treatment regimen or a clinical trial. This can occur for various reasons, including adverse effects, lack of efficacy, or patient choice.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'retirar' can be used in both clinical and non-clinical contexts, so it's important to ensure the context is medical. Common variants that may be heard include 'suspender' or 'detener', but these should be avoided in formal contexts to maintain clarity.

Example Sentences

EN: The doctor decided to withdraw the patient from the clinical trial due to severe side effects.

ES: El médico decidió retirar al paciente del ensayo clínico debido a efectos secundarios severos.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'retirar' with 'suspender' in clinical contexts; misinterpreting 'withdraw' as 'retirarse' which implies leaving rather than removal; mixing up the context of withdrawal with discontinuation of treatment.