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Exploring pre-MRI imaging tests: patient survey reveals potential implications for healthcare efficiency in Israel.
Kaim, Arielle; Singer, Clara; Bergovoy-Yellin, Lucia; Luxenburg, Osnat; Vaknin, Sharona; Boldor, Noga; Wilf-Miron, Rachel; Myers, Vicki.
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  • Kaim A; The Gertner Institute for Epidemiology and Health Policy Research, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, 5266202, Ramat-Gan, Israel. akaim@tauex.tau.ac.il.
  • Singer C; Department of Emergency and Disaster Management, Faculty of Medicine, School of Public Health, Tel Aviv University, P.O. Box 39040, 6139001, Tel Aviv, Israel. akaim@tauex.tau.ac.il.
  • Bergovoy-Yellin L; The Gertner Institute for Epidemiology and Health Policy Research, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, 5266202, Ramat-Gan, Israel.
  • Luxenburg O; The Gertner Institute for Epidemiology and Health Policy Research, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, 5266202, Ramat-Gan, Israel.
  • Vaknin S; Medical Technology, Health Information and Research Directorate, Ministry of Health, Jerusalem, Israel.
  • Boldor N; The Gertner Institute for Epidemiology and Health Policy Research, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, 5266202, Ramat-Gan, Israel.
  • Wilf-Miron R; Medical Technology, Health Information and Research Directorate, Ministry of Health, Jerusalem, Israel.
  • Myers V; The Gertner Institute for Epidemiology and Health Policy Research, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, 5266202, Ramat-Gan, Israel.
Isr J Health Policy Res ; 13(1): 7, 2024 Apr 01.
Article en En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38556863
ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND:

Medical imaging tests are vital in healthcare but can be costly, impacting national health expenditures. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a crucial diagnostic tool for assessing medical conditions. However, the rising demand for MRI scans has frequently strained available resources. This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of different imaging tests in individuals who eventually had an MRI, in the Israeli public health system.

METHODS:

An online survey of patient experience of scheduling an MRI was conducted in January-February 2023, among 557 Israeli adults, representing all four health maintenance organizations (HMOs). All participants had undergone an MRI in the public health system within the past year.

RESULTS:

Results showed that 60% of participants underwent other imaging tests before their MRI scan. Of those, computed tomography (CT) scans (43%), X-rays (39%), and ultrasounds (32%) were the most common additional imaging procedures. In addition, of the 60% of participants, 23% had undergone more than one prior imaging examination.

CONCLUSIONS:

These findings highlight the high prevalence of preliminary imaging tests prior to MRI, with many patients undergoing multiple tests for the same problem. The health system may need to evaluate whether current clinical guidelines defining the use of various imaging tests are cost-effective.
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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Asunto principal: Imagen por Resonancia Magnética / Tomografía Computarizada por Rayos X Límite: Adult / Humans País/Región como asunto: Asia Idioma: En Revista: Isr J Health Policy Res Año: 2024 Tipo del documento: Article País de afiliación: Israel Pais de publicación: Reino Unido
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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Asunto principal: Imagen por Resonancia Magnética / Tomografía Computarizada por Rayos X Límite: Adult / Humans País/Región como asunto: Asia Idioma: En Revista: Isr J Health Policy Res Año: 2024 Tipo del documento: Article País de afiliación: Israel Pais de publicación: Reino Unido