Performing lumbar punctures for suspected CNS infections: experience and practice of trainee doctors.

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Performing lumbar punctures for suspected CNS infections: experience and practice of trainee doctors.

Br J Hosp Med (Lond). 2015 Nov;76(11):658-62

Authors: Defres S, Mayer J, Backman R, Kneen R

Abstract
Lumbar punctures are essential in the management of suspected CNS infections. However, despite clear guidelines their use can be haphazard. This survey investigated the training, knowledge and experience of UK doctors in training in relation to lumbar punctures.

PMID: 26551497 [PubMed - in process]

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