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1 to 1 of 1 Research Studies DisplayedBhise V, Rajan SS, Sittig DF
Defining and measuring diagnostic uncertainty in medicine: a systematic review.
In this paper, the authors conducted a systematic review to describe how diagnostic uncertainty is defined and measured in medical practice. The authors concluded that the term "diagnostic uncertainty" lacked a clear definition, and there was no comprehensive framework for its measurement in medical practice. Based on their review findings, they propose that diagnostic uncertainty be defined as a "subjective perception of an inability to provide an accurate explanation of the patient's health problem."
AHRQ-funded; HS022087; HS023602.
Citation: Bhise V, Rajan SS, Sittig DF .
Defining and measuring diagnostic uncertainty in medicine: a systematic review.
J Gen Intern Med 2018 Jan;33(1):103-15. doi: 10.1007/s11606-017-4164-1..
Keywords: Decision Making, Diagnostic Safety and Quality, Healthcare Delivery