2022
DOI: 10.1136/bmjpo-2022-001595
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Accuracy of physical examination of cardiovascular system in the diagnosis of common congenital heart diseases in children

Abstract: BackgroundIt is widely perceived that the value of physical examination in paediatric cardiology has diminished with the increasing availability of echocardiography. The accuracy of physical examination of cardiovascular system in children has not been systematically tested.MethodsThis is a cross-sectional, diagnostic accuracy study from the paediatric cardiology clinic of a tertiary referral hospital in South India. A total of 545 children with 5 common cardiac conditions were included—normal heart, atrial se… Show more

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“…Physical examination serves as a key tool for achieving early diagnoses [28,29] . Proficiency in basic physical diagnosis skills is vital for pediatric residents as it forms the foundation of clinical practice.…”
Section: Table 3 Indicator Improvement Formentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Physical examination serves as a key tool for achieving early diagnoses [28,29] . Proficiency in basic physical diagnosis skills is vital for pediatric residents as it forms the foundation of clinical practice.…”
Section: Table 3 Indicator Improvement Formentioning
confidence: 99%