Conference
The accuracy of noncontrast helical computed tomography versus intravenous pyelography in the diagnosis of suspected acute urolithiasis: A meta-analysis
Abstract
STUDY OBJECTIVES: We determine the accuracy of noncontrast helical computed tomography (NHCT) compared with that of intravenous pyelography (IVP) in diagnosing acute urolithiasis.
METHODS: Computerized searches of MEDLINE and EMBASE were combined with hand reviews of major journals and of articles from reference lists. Articles were assessed according to a priori criteria for inclusion. Study eligibility was independently assessed by 2 …
Authors
Worster A; Preyra I; Weaver B; Haines T
Volume
40
Pagination
pp. 280-286
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
9 2002
DOI
10.1067/mem.2002.126170
Conference proceedings
Annals of Emergency Medicine
Issue
3
ISSN
0196-0644