die Nachsorge
Translation
aftercare, follow-up care, post-operative care
Examples
Die Nachsorge nach der Operation ist wichtig.
The aftercare following the operation is important.
Der Patient geht zur Nachsorgeuntersuchung.
The patient is going for a follow-up examination.
Grammar Patterns
to go for aftercare to go for aftercare The patient must go for regular aftercare.
Similar Words
die Nachbehandlung (follow-up treatment), die Rehabilitation (rehabilitation)
Etymology
From 'nach' (after) + 'Sorge' (care, concern). Literally 'after-care'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'care' (Sorge) that comes 'after' (nach) a medical procedure.