From guidelines to practice: how reporting templates promote the use of radiology practice guidelines

J Am Coll Radiol. 2013 Apr;10(4):268-73. doi: 10.1016/j.jacr.2012.09.025. Epub 2013 Jan 16.

Abstract

Radiology practice guidelines have been developed to help radiologists achieve quality and safety in their clinical practice. One means to promote the use of practice guidelines in radiology is through the wider use of reporting templates, also known as "structured reporting." This article presents specific examples in which radiology reporting templates can promote adherence to guidelines, gather data for quality improvement efforts, and facilitate compliance with performance incentive programs.

MeSH terms

  • Diagnostic Imaging / standards*
  • Documentation / standards*
  • Guideline Adherence*
  • Practice Guidelines as Topic*
  • Quality Assurance, Health Care / standards*
  • Radiology / standards*
  • United States