How should radiologists reply when patients ask about their diagnoses? A survey of radiologists' and clinicians' preferences.
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.
Levitsky
D B
DB
Department of Radiology, University of Washington, Seattle 98195.
Frank
M S
MS
Richardson
M L
ML
Shneidman
R J
RJ
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