Charting
EDC medical abbreviation
EDC means "estimated date of confinement".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (3 in all for EDC), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What EDC means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| estimated date of confinement | None | Charting |
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Sample prenatal record field: "EDC."
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What does EDC mean in medical terms?
EDC means "estimated date of confinement".
Where is EDC used?
EDC shows up in charting. Its category here is charting.
Is EDC on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. EDC is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.