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August 18, 2025Public Health ChallengesOpen Access

Patient Agency in Imaging: Radiologists’ Insights

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LSLizzie De SilvaMBMelissa BaysariMKMelanie Keep

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Overview

Survey examines radiologists' insights on patient-initiated imaging, highlighting resource strain and communication gaps.

Key Points

  • Patient-initiated imaging requests significantly impact radiologists, creating challenges in managing expectations and resources.
  • A substantial 24% of imaging studies were considered unnecessary, emphasizing the role of patient education in reducing unwarranted requests.
  • A cross-sectional survey revealed that 48% of respondents had over 20 years of experience in radiology, influencing their perspectives.
  • Clear guidelines and improved communication among radiologists, GPs, and patients are needed to address unnecessary imaging demands.

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Silva et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af2d83cf1dd9ea359e5bf6https://doi.org/10.1002/puh2.70105
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