Unnecessary Pre-operative testing

Second Opinion

Unnecessary Pre-operative testing

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Published on Apr 9, 2023, 6:35:00 AM
Total time: 00:03:55

Episode Description

The thinking goes that testing before elective surgery can reduce risks and complications.  But, it turns out it may do the opposite.

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