Publication at Faculty of Medicine in Hradec Králové |
2022
Abstract
The number of examinations for acute chest pain in developed countries is rising. The differential diagnosis for chest pain is wide and, even with the use of modern technologies, it is often impossible to determine the exact cause.
The choice of optimal diagnostic modalities for a logical and meaningful strategy remains challenging. Decision aid rules have been created for a quick and effective management of patient with chest pain in acute care.
They are mentioned in European and American guidelines. This article aims to present an overview of available models for the decision making in the emergency department and explain their benefits, limitations and disadvantages.