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The radiologist in 22 years time

Radiology Cafe

I believe that the first main difference seen in the radiologists role in 2040 will be the change that artificial intelligence (AI) will have made on the diagnostic role that radiologists currently perform. It is likely that they will lead clinic with patients to discuss their imaging, as already happens in some hospitals.

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The ED Guide to Neuroimaging: Part 2

Northwestern EM

1] Using a well validated decision instrument, such as the Canadian CT Head Rule in adults or the PECARN rule in children, reduces the frequency of unnecessary imaging and decreases length of stay while increasing the diagnostic yield (frequency of positive tests) amongst those patients that are imaged.[2,3] 2009 Oct 3;374(9696):1160-70.