Fig 1.
Two diagnostic pathways for ED patients with conventional PCR vs. rapid PCR.
CT = computed tomography; ED = Emergency Department; MTS = Manchester triage Scale; PCR = Polymerase chain reaction.
Table 1.
Economic assumptions.
Table 2.
Statistical analysis (group comparison).
Fig 2.
Cumulated percentage of test results in specific periods.
Table 3.
Blocked ward capacity and potential revenues.
Table 4.
Direct cost comparison of the two diagnostic pathways for one inpatient case.
Fig 3.
Cost comparison of one inpatient in different cost categories.
Table 5.
Total costs for the two diagnostic pathways.