325 The Appropriate Use of Plain Film Abdomen in The Acute Surgical Assessment Unit: The Experience of a Model Three Irish Hospital
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DOI: 10.1093/bjs/znab134.406
Abstract: A plain film abdomen (PFA) is a useful modality of imaging if used correctly. However, when used inappropriately, it leads to unnecessary cost and increases patients’ exposure to radiation. The aim of this study is… read more here.
Keywords: assessment unit; plain film; surgical assessment; acute surgical ... See more keywords
EP127 - Audit on Acute PR Bleed Admissions to the Surgical Assessment Unit and the Use of the Shock Index and Oakland Score
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DOI: 10.1093/bjs/znae197.445
Abstract: The British Society of Gastroenterology recommend using the Shock Index (SI) and Oakland Score (OS) as an assessment tool to safely discharge patients presenting with acute PR bleeding. This study audited the use of these… read more here.
Keywords: oakland score; index oakland; use; assessment unit ... See more keywords
Blood pressure assessments of pregnant women in a Day Assessment Unit – A prospective observational study
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DOI: 10.1177/1753495x19881848
Abstract: Aim We investigated the optimum time and number of observations for assessing women in the Day Assessment Unit. Methods A single centre prospective observational study was undertaken. Women referred for blood pressure assessment in the… read more here.
Keywords: blood pressure; day assessment; blood; assessment unit ... See more keywords