Table 2 Characteristics of ER visits in patients with CVS
From: A survey of emergency department use in patients with cyclic vomiting syndrome
| Â | Adults: n = 104 | Caregiver group: n = 147 |
|---|---|---|
Number of ER visits per patient with CVS (Median, Range) | 15 (1-200) | 10 (1-175) |
Number of ER visits per patient prior to a diagnosis of CVS being made (Median, Range) | 7 (1-150) | 5 (0-65) |
Diagnosis NOT made in the ER | 89(93%) | 119(93)% |
Diagnosis NOT recognized by the ER in patients with an established diagnosis of CVS | 84(88%) | 97(80%) |
Number of different ERs visited (Mean ± SD) | 4.69 ± 4.72 | 2.6 ± 2.42 |