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iCath includes clinical tools intended for use solely by licensed healthcare professionals. The information contained in iCath is based upon the 2012 appropriateness use criteria for diagnostic catheterization and intervention [1][2]. iCath is meant as an unofficial supplement to the published guidelines and is NOT intended to replace them. The authors are not responsible for any of the underlying information or research upon which iCath is based and is no way affiliated with the authors of the appropriate use criteria. By using iCath, you agree that the authors are not responsible for the guidelines or underlying information upon which iCath is based. Nothing contained in iCath should be construed as the giving of advice or the making of a recommendation by the authors. While it is intended to guide the clinical decision-making process, iCath is not meant to serve as a substitute for your own clinical judgment as a healthcare professional. iCath is not intended to be used by the general public. Only a qualified healthcare professional can determine the correct treatment for a particular patient. If you have questions regarding any health-related information contained in iCath, please consult a physician.
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1. Patel MR, et al “ACCF/SCAI/AATS/AHA/ASE/ASNC/HFSA/HRS/SCCM/SCCT/SCMR/STS 2012 Appropriate use criteria for diagnostic catheterization” J Am Coll Cardiol 2012; 59(22): 1995-2027.

2. Patel MR, et al “ACCF/SCAI/STS/AATS/AHA/ASNC/HFSA/SCCT 2012 appropriate use criteria for coronary revascularization focused update.” J Am Coll Cardiol 2012 59(9); 857-881.

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