| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8717102 | The American Journal of Emergency Medicine | 2018 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Blood in stool, whether visible or tested by guaiac test has poor diagnostic performance in the evaluation of intussusception and is not independently predictive of intussusception. If the sole purpose of a rectal exam in these patients is for guaiac testing it should be reconsidered.
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Authors
Amir A. MD, Scotty RN, Peter N. BA, Assaf MSc, John MBA, Richard G. MD,