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HINTS vs Sudbury Vertigo Risk Score title graphic featuring a brain and inner-ear illustration.

MDCalc Wars: HINTS vs Sudbury Vertigo Risk Score — Which Tool Fits the Dizzy Patient?

HINTS or the Sudbury Vertigo Risk Score? Learn when to use each tool for the dizzy patient, why patient selection and HINTS training matter, and which pitfalls can lead to missed serious diagnoses.

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Neurology

MDCalc Wars: Pediatric Appendicitis – Three Scores, One Diagnosis

Compare the strengths, limitations, and ideal use cases of Alvarado, PAS, and pARC to choose the right appendicitis score for your next pediatric patient.

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Pediatrics

MDCalc Wars: Massive Transfusion in Trauma – ABC vs. TASH

The ABC Score is a rapid, 4-variable bedside tool for immediate massive transfusion decisions — before labs are back; TASH provides a more precise probability estimate once labs and imaging are available

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ResuscitationTrauma
sPESI vs Bova Score title image showing pulmonary embolism risk stratification with discharge and monitoring icons.

MDCalc Wars: sPESI vs Bova Score — PE Risk Stratification Made Practical

Not every normotensive PE patient is truly low risk. sPESI helps identify patients who may be safe for outpatient management, while Bova helps recognize patients at risk for early deterioration despite initially stable vital signs.

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Hematology and OncologyThoracic and Respiratory
Ottawa vs Pittsburgh Knee Rules title image comparing knee x-ray decision rules for acute knee injuries.

MDCalc Wars: Ottawa vs Pittsburgh — Which Knee Rule Should You Use?

Not every knee injury needs an x-ray. This post compares the Ottawa and Pittsburgh Knee Rules, highlighting when each rule applies, how they perform, and common pitfalls for ED clinicians.

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Orthopedics

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