title: Avoiding errors in reasoning: an introduction to logical fallacies.
abstract: OBJECTIVE
  The objective of this article is to provide all students of radiology, from novices to experts, a framework for understanding common errors in reasoning.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  By familiarizing ourselves with common fallacies, we can take steps to reduce the probability that we will commit such errors or fail to recognize and respond appropriately to them when they occur.
authors.affiliation: Department of Radiology, Indiana University School of Medicine, 702 Barnhill Dr., Rm. 1053, Indianapolis, IN 46202-5200, USA.
authors.forename: Richard B
authors.initials: RB
authors.lastname: Gunderman
authors.forename: Christopher
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Sistrom
mesh_terms: D003657:Decision Making; D008128:Logic; D011871:Radiology; D013850:Thinking