Diagnostic accuracy of three ultrasonography strategies for deep vein thrombosis of the lower extremity: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Volume: 15, Issue: 2, Pages: e0228788 - e0228788
Published: Feb 11, 2020
Abstract
Compression ultrasonography (CUS) is the first-line imaging test in the diagnostic management of suspected deep vein thrombosis (DVT) of the lower extremity. Three CUS strategies are used in clinical practice. However, their relative diagnostic accuracy is uncertain.This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to summarize and compare the diagnostic accuracy of single limited, serial limited, and whole-leg CUS for DVT.MEDLINE, Embase, and...
Paper Details
Title
Diagnostic accuracy of three ultrasonography strategies for deep vein thrombosis of the lower extremity: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Published Date
Feb 11, 2020
Journal
Volume
15
Issue
2
Pages
e0228788 - e0228788
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