#189 Medical Overuse: Common Cases of Overtesting, Overdiagnosis, Overtreatment
The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast
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Navigating Medical Overuse: The Procalcitonin Debate
This chapter explores the phenomenon of medical overuse in healthcare, particularly emphasizing the implications of unnecessary testing and treatment. It highlights the case of procalcitonin testing for antibiotic stewardship, discussing its limited impact on clinical decision-making despite being heavily promoted. The conversation also examines the broader challenges of diagnosing and managing conditions like pneumonia, reflecting on the complexities of adhering to evidence-based practices.
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