Are CT Scans For Dizziness In ER Cost-Effective?

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Henry Ford Hospital researchers have found that conducting CT scans in the emergency department (ED) for individuals experiencing dizziness may not be cost effective. The researchers discovered that less than 1% of CT scans carried out in the ED showed a more serious underlying cause for dizziness (stroke or intracranial bleeding), which required intervention. The finding comes at a time when hospitals across the nation seek ways to reduce costs without sacrificing patient care...
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