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Redefining the structure of structured reporting in radiology

Year: 2020

Type: article

Abstract: Structured reporting is advocated as a means of improving reporting in radiology to the ultimate benefit of both radiological and clinical practice. Several large initiatives are currently evaluating its potential. However, with numerous characterizations of the term in circulation, "structured reporting" has become ambiguous and is often confused with "standardization," which may hamper proper evaluation and implementation in clinical practice. This paper provides an overview of interpretations of structured reporting and proposes a clear definition that differentiates structured reporting from standardization. Only a clear uniform definition facilitates evidence-based implementation, enables evaluation of its separate components, and supports (meta-)analyses of literature reports.

Source: Insights into Imaging

DOI: 10.1186/s13244-019-0831-6

Authors: J. Martijn Nobel, Ellen M. Kok, Simon G. F. Robben

Institutions: Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht University, Utrecht University

Language: English

Topic: Radiology practices and education

Subfield: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Imaging

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,170