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Background:Fainting is a major healthcare problem with significant morbidity, mortality, and healthcare cost. We sought to assess the appropriateness of current clinical practice when compared to a guideline‐based algorithm.Methods:The records of 100 consecutive patients who presented with faint and were referred to the University of Utah for further evaluation by specialists were reviewed. We analyzed the clinical characteristics, tests performed, diagnosis made, and number of admissions. In addition, we applied a guideline‐based algorithm to assess the appropriateness of these evaluations....
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