What Does XT Mean in Medical Terms?

XT stands for exotropia. Outward turning of an eye.

exotropia

Outward turning of an eye.

Where you will see XT

You will most often see XT in medical charts and clinical notes, children’s health records.

Example

A chart note might use “XT” as shorthand for exotropia when documenting a patient's care.

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