title: How should radiologists reply when patients ask about their diagnoses? A survey of radiologists' and clinicians' preferences.
abstract: Radiologists must consider several factors when asked by a patient to disclose the results of a radiologic examination. This study represents a survey of radiologists' and clinicians' opinions regarding disclosure of information to patients by the radiologist. A clearer understanding of the preferences of radiologists and clinicians may serve to improve communication and enhance cooperation between the two groups, with the ultimate result being improved patient care.
authors.affiliation: Department of Radiology, University of Washington, Seattle 98195.
authors.forename: D B
authors.initials: DB
authors.lastname: Levitsky
authors.forename: M S
authors.initials: MS
authors.lastname: Frank
authors.forename: M L
authors.initials: ML
authors.lastname: Richardson
authors.forename: R J
authors.initials: RJ
authors.lastname: Shneidman
mesh_terms: D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D006306:Health Surveys; D006801:Humans; D010817:Physician-Patient Relations; D011871:Radiology; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D014342:Truth Disclosure; D014861:Washington