9 results
Syncope Diagnostic Testing and Evaluation: Cost Effectiveness
Frequency obtained - Abnormal findings - Helped determine etiology of
Syncope Diagnostic Testing ... Evaluation: Cost Effectiveness ... diagnosis #workup #testing ... #Cost #Effectiveness ... #table #comparison
Efficacy of Homemade Masks Materials

100% cotton T-shirt
Scarf
Tea towel 
Pillowcase 
Antimicrobial Pillowcase
Surgical mask
Vacuum cleaner bag
Cotton mix
Linen
Silk

Original Study:
/core/journals/disaster-medicine-and-public-health-preparedness ... /article/testing-the-efficacy-of-homemade-masks-would-they-protect-in-an-influenza-pandemic ... COVID19 #Facemasks #DIY ... Efficacy #PPE #Effectiveness
Cold Snare Polypectomy
When Should I Use Cold Snare Polypectomy?
 - Cold snare polypectomy should be used
should be used for polyps ... to 10mm - For polyps ... not suitable for polyps ... EMR - In comparison ... not compromise effectiveness
Radiation Dose to Adults from Common Imaging Examinations
ABDOMINAL REGION
 - Computed Tomography (CT) — Abdomen and
X-ray 0.005 mSv 1 day ... #CT #Nuclear #Comparison ... #Table #Risks #Testing
How much radiation is used in paediatric radiology examinations compared to other exposures?

Estimated dose - Days
background 3 mSv/year 1 day ... X-ray 0.01 mSv 1 day ... #CT #Nuclear #Comparison ... #Table #Risks #Testing
Performance Characteristics for Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
Stool/blood-based tests:
 • FIT: 79% sensitivity, 94% specificity for CRC
specificity for polyps ... Screening #Tests #comparison ... gastroenterology #CRC #Testing
ACA Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines

When to Screen?
When to Stop?
Family History

Performance Characteristics for Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
Stool/blood-based
specificity for polyps ... Indications #Tests #comparison ... gastroenterology #CRC #Testing
Intravenous versus oral paracetamol for acute pain in adults in the emergency department setting: a prospective,
emergency department setting ... emergency department setting ... IV paracetamol did ... #Oral #Versus #Comparison
Enema Selection / Comparison Table

A short guide for choosing which enema to order depending on the
Enema Selection / Comparison ... consider when treating ... - Notes: Hard, dry ... oil #Enema #Comparison