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Different forms of defensive medicine practiced by the respondents (n = 204)
| Practice | (n) | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Ordering tests un-necessary tests |
121 |
59.3% |
| Unnecessary referral |
112 |
54.9% |
| Performing unnecessary intervention / procedure |
56 |
27.5% |
| Prescribing un-necessary medication |
47 |
23% |
| Avoiding high risk procedures |
42 |
20.6% |
| Refusal to treat a high risk patients | 19 | 9.3% |
