Key Takeaways:
The first step in image interpretation for a radiologist is detection1
Therefore, an error in perception can prematurely end the diagnostic process leading to missed diagnoses1
Diagnostic errors in radiology are common2
The retrospective error rate among radiologic examinations has been reported to be approximately 30%, with real-time errors in daily radiology practice averaging 3-5%2
Perceptual (vs. cognitive) errors comprise 78% of all malpractice suits against radiologists1
Depending on the scenario and modality, up to 32% of radiologist diagnostic errors have been found to be of “major” significant, usually defined as an error that can change clinical management1
Errors have a strong correlation with relative work overload, but not time of day3