Dr. Gerald Diaz @GeraldMD
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Syncope Diagnostic Testing and Evaluation: Cost Effectiveness
Frequency obtained - Abnormal findings - Helped determine etiology of
Syncope Diagnostic Testing ... and Evaluation: ... enzymes, Head CT ... Effectiveness #table ... #comparison
Performance Characteristics for Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
Stool/blood-based tests:
 β€’ FIT: 79% sensitivity, 94% specificity for CRC
Colorectal Cancer Screening ... mortality 26% β€’ CT ... #Tests #comparison ... #table #management ... #Testing
ACA Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines

When to Screen?
When to Stop?
Family History

Performance Characteristics for Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
Stool/blood-based
Colorectal Cancer Screening ... mortality 26% β€’ CT ... #comparison #table ... #management #gastroenterology ... #CRC #Testing #
What is Fecal Occult Blood Testing (FOBT)
 β€’ Screening for colorectal cancer in average risk population
Fecal Occult Blood Testing ... immunochemical test ... indications other than CRC ... for GIB/anemia evaluation ... Does not change management
Radiation Dose to Adults from Common Imaging Examinations
ABDOMINAL REGION
 - Computed Tomography (CT) β€” Abdomen and
years - Upper GI Study ... β€” Lung Cancer Screening ... #Nuclear #Comparison ... #Table #Risks # ... Testing #Study