The American journal of medicine
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Observational Study
Not FIT for Use: Fecal Immunohistochemical Testing in the Inpatient and Emergency Settings.
Fecal immunochemical testing (FIT) is widely used for colorectal cancer screening, its only indication. Its effect on clinical decision-making beyond screening is unknown. We studied the use of FIT in emergency and inpatient settings and its impact on patient care. ⋯ Nearly all emergency department and inpatient FIT use was inappropriate. FIT resulted in more gastroenterology consultation but was not independently associated with inpatient endoscopy.