Effects of automated alerts on unnecessarily repeated serology tests in a cardiovascular surgery department: a time series analysis

• Main Authors: Zapletal Eric (Author), Gillaizeau Florence (Author), Colombet Isabelle (Author), Niès Julie (Author), Chevalier Patrick (Author), Durieux Pierre (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2010-03-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Laboratory testing is frequently unnecessary, particularly repetitive testing. Among the interventions proposed to reduce unnecessary testing, Computerized Decision Support Systems (CDSS) have been shown to be effective, but their im...