Clinical crossroads: a 32-year-old woman with chronic abdominal pain
The patient described and interviewed below faces a crossroads regarding her medical care. Consider her perspective, expressed in his own words. Then review the questions posed and imagine you are caring for Ms C. How would you approach this crossroads? Use evidence from the literature and your own experience, and follow the instructions provided at the “Submit Response” link to the right. Responses will be selected for posting online based on their quality, including use of the available evidence, weighing the issues, and addressing the patient’s concerns. The discussion of this Clinical Crossroads case, authored by Drs Brian E. Lacy and Brooks D. Cash, will be published in the February 6, 2008, issue of JAMA; responses must be submitted by January 30, 2008, to be considered for online posting. (Source: JAMA)
