Revolution CT a Crucial Component for Developing New Clinical Protocols in the ER

"A recent study found that emergency room (ER) physicians’ diagnosis, diagnostic confidence, and patient management are likely to change after a patient receives a CT study. The authors reported the leading diagnosis changed in 51% of patients with abdominal pain, 42% of patients with chest pain and/or dyspnea, and 24% of patients with headache.1 While there has been some discussion on overutilization of CT in the ER, this same study..." Lire la suite