Researchers from Phoenix-based Mayo Clinic in Arizona’s radiology department investigated the accuracy of the device and patient data it was using to ensure MRI safety.
Here are five things to know:
- A total of 749 patient records between March 202 and April 2023 were reviewed for the study.
- Sixteen percent of the records contained incomplete or incorrect patient implant information.
- Of those cases, 47% had the potential to affect MRI safety.
- Seventy-eight percent of the cases with inaccurate or incomplete data were due to a missing or outdated device manual.
- Addressing organizational issues surrounding vendor manuals and accurate patient information collection can improve the safety of radiology department workflows, the researchers wrote.
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