Assessing and comparing chest radiograph interpretation in the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of the Witwatersrand medical school, according to seniority.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Chest radiographs are a common diagnostic tool in the internal medicine department, and correct interpretation is imperative for adequate patient management.

Objectives

To determine the diagnostic accuracy of common pathologies in South Africa that are evident on chest radiographs, and to determine whether there are discrepancies according to different levels of qualification of doctors rotating through the internal medicine department, and which factors contribute to an accurate diagnosis.

Methods

Fifteen chest radiographs with common pathologies were given to all doctors rotating through the Department of Internal Medicine at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, and they were asked to interpret them. Information pertaining to their experience, design

SUBMITTER: Dreyer RG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10354876 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature