Temporal and geographical variations in diagnostic imaging in Norway.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Unwarranted temporal and geographical variations are acknowledged as a profound problem for equal access and justice in the provision of health services. Even more, they challenge the quality, safety, and efficiency of such services. This is highly relevant for imaging services.

Objective

To analyse the temporal and geographical variation in the number of diagnostic images in Norway from 2013 to 2021.

Methods

Data on outpatient imaging provided by the Norwegian Health Economics Administration (HELFO) and inpatient data afforded by fourteen hospital trusts and hospitals in Norway. Data include the total number of imaging examinations according to the Norwegian Classification of Radiological Procedures (NCRP). Analyses were performed with descriptive statisti

SUBMITTER: Hofmann BM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11015609 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature