Understanding errors in diagnostic radiology: proposal of a classification scheme and application to emergency radiology.
Journal Article (Journal Article)
Errors in image interpretation are a common problem in diagnostic radiology. Although many published articles provide trainees with the means to correctly interpret imaging studies, they do not provide a framework for understanding why and how errors occur. In this article, we propose a classification system that allows categorization of errors, which we hope can serve as a basis for peer review, self-education, and quality improvement programs. Our scheme incorporates elements of a classification system proposed by previous authors but also includes novel categories. In this article, we show the usefulness of our scheme by applying it to a specific, and particularly problematic, diagnosis in emergency radiology, namely that of dural sinus thrombosis.
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Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Provenzale, JM; Kranz, PG
Published Date
- October 2011
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 18 / 5
Start / End Page
- 403 - 408
PubMed ID
- 21786138
Pubmed Central ID
- 21786138
Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)
- 1438-1435
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.1007/s10140-011-0974-3
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- United States