A radiology report states the study performed, technique, comparison to prior studies, findings, and an impression summarizing the significant results. Comparison studies are noted when available.
The report reflects one radiologist's interpretation of the images.
Alternative Names:
Imaging Report, Radiologist Report
Why it Matters?
The report is an interpretation rather than the evidence itself, and retained radiologists frequently reach different conclusions from the same images. That makes obtaining the actual films essential rather than relying on the report. The comparison section is also useful, since a report noting comparison to a prior study establishes that earlier imaging exists, which may not have been produced.
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Should the defense rely on the radiology report?
Why does the comparison section matter?
