Endoscopic investigation in non-iron deficiency anemia: a cost to the health system without patient benefit
Background and aims: The indication for endoscopy to investigate anemia of causes other than iron deficiency is not clear. Increasing numbers of endoscopic procedures for anemia raises concerns about costs to the health system, waiting times, and patient safety. The primary aim of this study was to...
| Main Authors: | , , , , , , , |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Georg Thieme Verlag KG
2016-01-01
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| Series: | Endoscopy International Open |
| Online Access: | http://www.thieme-connect.de/DOI/DOI?10.1055/s-0041-109768 |