Choosing Wisely:
Avoid cardiovascular stress testing for patients undergoing low-risk surgery.
Rationale and Comments: | Preoperative stress testing does not alter therapy or decision making in patients facing low-risk surgery. |
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References: | • Fleisher LA, et al. ACC/AHA 2007 guidelines on perioperative cardiovascular evaluation and care for noncardiac surgery. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2007;50:e159-241. |
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