Comparative accuracy: assessing new tests against existing diagnostic pathways

BMJ. 2006 May 6;332(7549):1089-92. doi: 10.1136/bmj.332.7549.1089.

Abstract

Most studies of diagnostic accuracy only compare a test with the reference standard. Is this helpful?

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures / standards*
  • Humans
  • Research Design
  • Sensitivity and Specificity
  • Triage / standards