An association between a set of attribute value pairs that causes them to be considered together within a concept definition or postcoordinated expression.
Notes
- When an attribute group is represented as a group of defining relationships it is usually referred to as a relationship group.
Example
- | Cholecystectomy with exploration of common duct| has two different attribute groups:
- If these attributes were not grouped, this procedure would incorrectly classified as a subtype of | Excision of common bile duct| .
Alternatives
- Relationship group
- Role group
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