RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
A1 Rizzo, Toni
T1 Syncope Protocols and Units Improve Diagnosis and Risk Stratification and Reduce Costs
JF MD Conference Express
YR 2015
FD SAGE Publications
VO 15
IS 22
SP 17
OP 20
DO 10.1177/1559897715598315
UL http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/15/22/17.abstract
AB Newer syncope protocols can improve diagnostic accuracy and risk stratification in patients presenting with syncope, leading to more appropriate treatment and reduced recurrence rates and mortality. Adherence to syncope protocols also reduces hospital admissions, inappropriate testing, and costs of diagnosis and treatment.