Basics: RCT of upfront CTA vs standard of care for stable CP referred to Scottish cardiology clinics. 1.6% fewer had primary outcome with CTA
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Q: Was RCT blinded? A: no
Q: How were outcomes defined? A: dx codes, not adjudicated. See text below
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For revascularization, NO
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Other takes?
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