Indications for upper gastrointestinal endoscopy. The accuracy of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy guidelines in a Portuguese hospital.

The appropriateness of the indications for upper gastro-intestinal endoscopy (EGD) is crucial in assessing quality in endoscopy units, improving cost-effectiveness and providing better patient care. Using the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) guidelines, the aim of this study wa...

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Main Authors: Rute Cerqueira, Carolina Fernandes, Manuel Correia, M Conceição Manso
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Ordem dos Médicos 2008-10-01
Series:Acta Médica Portuguesa
Online Access:https://www.actamedicaportuguesa.com/revista/index.php/amp/article/view/1643