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New decision rule can reduce unnecessary head CT scans in older adults after falls
Summary by Ground News
Falling on level ground is a common cause of a brain bleed. Computed tomography (CT) of the head is commonly used to assess patients who have fallen. But sending every patient who has fallen for a head scan is inefficient and costly. New decision rule will help emergency department physicians determine which older adults need imaging for head injuries.