Unnecessary Routine Use of Mycobacterial Cultures in Patients With Periprosthetic Joint Infections
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DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofac132
Abstract: Abstract Accurate diagnosis ensures appropriate therapy of periprosthetic joint infection (PJI). Since mycobacterial PJI is rare, routine testing is inappropriate. We reviewed hip and knee PJI at our institution over 28 months. Mycobacterial cultures were… read more here.
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Reducing the number of unnecessary routine laboratory tests through education of internal medicine residents
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DOI: 10.1136/postgradmedj-2018-135784
Abstract: Introduction The Choosing Wisely guidelines advise against ordering routine blood tests for hospitalised patients unless they change management. Unnecessary testing can lead to adverse effects (eg, iatrogenic anaemia, poor sleep quality, risk for infections and… read more here.
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