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Selecting the Best Renal Function Tests: A Meta-analysis of Diagnostic Studies

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  10 March 2009

Dirk Campens  and
Frank Buntinx
Dirk Campens
Affiliation:
Flemish Institute for Research in General Practice, Department of General Practice
Frank Buntinx
Affiliation:
Flemish Institute for Research in General Practice, Department of General Practice
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Abstract

A literature review compared the results of different kidney function tests using the inulin clearance or similar methods as a gold standard. The methodological strength of the available studies was weak. For the time being, the calculated creatinine clearance using formula, is a first choice, especially in general practice.

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International Journal of Technology Assessment in Health Care , Volume 13 , Issue 2 , Spring 1997 , pp. 343 - 356
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1997

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