Sensitivity and specificity of meningeal signs in patients with meningitis
Abstract Background Several types of physical examinations are used in the diagnosis of meningitis, including nuchal rigidity, jolt accentuation, Kernig's sign, and Brudzinski's sign. Jolt accentuation was reported to have sensitivity of nearly 100% and to be highly efficient for excluding...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wiley
2019-09-01
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| Series: | Journal of General and Family Medicine |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1002/jgf2.268 |