J Am Board Fam Med
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Review Meta Analysis
Clinical Diagnosis of Bordetella Pertussis Infection: A Systematic Review.
Bordetella pertussis (BP) is a common cause of prolonged cough. Our objective was to perform an updated systematic review of the clinical diagnosis of BP without restriction by patient age. ⋯ The clinician's overall impression was the most accurate way to determine the likelihood of BP infection when a patient initially presented. Clinical decision rules that combine signs, symptoms, and point-of-care tests have not yet been developed or validated.