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American Journal of Roentgenology, Vol 170, 1423-1425, Copyright © 1998 by American Roentgen Ray Society

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Disclosure of results of sonographic examinations to patients by sonologists

N Ragavendra, SL Laifer-Narin, ML Melany and EG Grant

OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to assess if patients prefer to talk with a sonologist concerning the results of sonographic examinations. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The study involved outpatients who underwent diagnostic sonography. Technologists offered patients the chance to speak with a sonologist about the results of their sonograms. If requested, a sonologist reviewed the results, and if the study showed an abnormality, its significance was discussed. No treatment recommendations were offered. Patients then filled out a questionnaire. RESULTS: Of the 391 outpatients given the choice, 348 (89%) requested a consultation and 207 of those (60%) returned the completed questionnaire. Of the 207 patients completing the questionnaire, 94% preferred receiving the results from the sonologist rather than from their referring physician. CONCLUSION: We propose a revision of the traditional role of the office-based sonologist to one in which he or she will function as a consultant to both the patient and the patient's physician.
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