Computer Assisted Diagnosis of Chest Pain. Adjunctive Treatment Protocols

In support of the computer-assisted diagnosis of chest pain project, a chest pain treatment manual has been formulated. It is anticipated that this manual will be used by the Independent Duty 8402 Corpsmen stationed aboard patrolling nuclear submarines. Treatment protocols are written for five diagnostic categories myocardial infarction M.I., angina ANGINA, non-specific chest pain NONSCP, pneumonia PNEUMA, and pneumothorax PNTHOR. Together, these categories account for nearly all causes of chest pain. Each protocol is divided into a discussion, differential diagnosis, treatment regimen, usual course with treatment, and complications and their management. Few medications are required that are not on the Authorized Medical Allowance List AMAL. The protocols have been reviewed by a hospital-based internist and a Submarine Qualified Medical Officer, in addition to the normal review process.