Matt Williams wrote:
> I was wondering if anyone else was interested in the evidence (or lack of
> it) behind clincial examination. It seems to be an interesting area,
> especially given that most people accept the figures of 80-90% of
> diagnosesbeing made on history taking and physical examination.
The "red book" Diagnostic Strategies for Common Medical Problems (by ACP) is
usually a good surce of information.
You may be also interested in the activities of the CARE group (Clinical
Assessment of the Reliability of the Examination), at www.carestudy.com.
regards,
Piersante Sestini
But then, yes, this is field where
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