Clinical prediction rules combining signs, symptoms and epidemiological context to distinguish influenza from influenza-like illnesses in primary care: a cross sectional study

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>During an influenza epidemic prompt diagnosis of influenza is important. This diagnosis however is still essentially based on the interpretation of symptoms and signs by general practitioners. No single symptom is specific enough to...

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Main Authors: Van Royen Paul, Thomas Isabelle, Michiels Barbara, Coenen Samuel
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-02-01
Series:BMC Family Practice
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2296/12/4