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Accuracy of clinical probability and D-dimers in the diagnosis of DVT

Report By: Reddy Mahu - Clinical Fellow
Search checked by Debbie Dawson - Clinical Research Nurse
Institution: Manchester Royal Infirmary
Date Submitted: 20th May 2003
Last Modified: 20th May 2003
Status: Red (incomplete)

Three Part Question

In [patients with a-traumatic swollen lower limb] what is the [accuracy of clinical probability combined with D-dimers] in the [diagnosis of DVT]?