Community-acquired pneumonia – use of chest x-rays for diagnosis in family practice
Abstract Background According to guidelines, the diagnosis of pneumonia should be confirmed by chest x-ray, ensuring appropriate management and wise use of antibiotics. Our study aimed to describe use of x-rays by family doctors and patients following diagnosis of pneumonia in primary care practices...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2022-10-01
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Series: | BMC Primary Care |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12875-022-01872-y |