How are reasons for encounter associated with influenza-like illness and acute respiratory infection diagnoses and interventions? A cohort study in eight Italian general practice populations

How are reasons for encounter associated with influenza-like illness and acute respiratory infection diagnoses and interventions? A cohort study in eight Italian general practice populations

Abstract Background Influenza-like illness (ILI) and Acute Respiratory Infections (ARI) are a considerable health problem in Europe. Most diagnoses are made by family physicians (FPs) and based on symptoms and clinical signs rather than on diagnostic testing. The International Classification of Prim...

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Main Authors: Nicola Buono, Michael Harris, Carmine Farinaro, Ferdinando Petrazzuoli, Angelo Cavicchi, Filippo D’Addio, Amedeo Scelsa, Baldassarre Mirra, Enrico Napolitano, Jean K. Soler
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-08-01
Series:BMC Family Practice
Subjects:
Respiratory infections
Influenza
Primary care
Symptom assessment
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12875-021-01519-4

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12875-021-01519-4

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