Using the stress electrocardiograph (ECG) exercise tolerance test (ETT) in an emergency department (ED) to assess low-risk patients with suspected acute coronary syndrome (ACS)
Master Thesis
2011
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This study examines the outcomes of a group of low-risk patients with uncertain diagnosis, who were seen at a rural health facility. A stress ECG was performed on the patients within 24 hours of the onset of pain, with those with negative tests subsequently being discharged.
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Includes bibliographical references (leaves 59-66).
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Siglé, H. 2011. Using the stress electrocardiograph (ECG) exercise tolerance test (ETT) in an emergency department (ED) to assess low-risk patients with suspected acute coronary syndrome (ACS). University of Cape Town.