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Wells Clinical Prediction Rule for Deep Vein Thrombosis
Summary
What it measures:
The Wells Clinical Prediction Rule is a diagnostic tool used during review of systems to identify possible deep vein thrombosis (DVT). It is completed by healthcare professionals and can be applied to any patient with a suspected DVT.
Target Population:
This summary contains information on the use of the Wells Clinical Prediction Rule (CPR) to screen patients for a possible DVT. This test can be performed in outpatient and inpatient settings by a medical professional.
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Date: August 23, 2017
Contact: practice@apta.org
Content Type: Test & Measure
Anne Reicherter, PT, DPT, PhD, Board-Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist
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