Is telemetry overused? Is it as helpful as thought?
review · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.3949/ccjm.76a.07260.
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Abstract
Cardiac telemetry is widely used in hospitals, but it is expensive and labor-intensive. Therefore, it should be used only in those most likely to benefit. The authors review the available evidence and offer their recommendations.