Abstract 188: Implementation of Choosing Wisely Recommendations for Stress-First Nuclear Myocardial Perfusion Imaging [Session Title: Poster Session AM]

Conclusion: By switching from a rest-stress to a stress-first imaging protocol, we reduced the median radiation dose in our lab by 80%. We observed no change in the proportion of normal tests, suggesting no potential for harm with this strategy.

Source: Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes - April 5, 2018 Category: Cardiology Authors: Winchester, D. E., Jeffrey, R., Schmalfuss, C., Wymer, D. C., Taasan, V., Wokhlu, A. Tags: Session Title: Poster Session AM Source Type: research