Journal article
Inaccuracy in the diagnosis of fibromyalgia syndrome: analysis of referrals
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To examine prospectively the accuracy of an initial diagnosis for fibromyalgia (FM).
METHODS: All patients newly referred for rheumatology consultation in a 6-month period were evaluated prospectively for either a preceding, current or subsequent diagnosis of FM. Clinical characteristics, previous and subsequent management and health care utilization were assessed. The final diagnosis at 6 months was verified and accuracy regarding …
Authors
Fitzcharles M; Boulos P
Journal
Rheumatology, Vol. 42, No. 2, pp. 263–267
Publisher
Oxford University Press (OUP)
Publication Date
February 1, 2003
DOI
10.1093/rheumatology/keg075
ISSN
1462-0324