Introduction to Quality in Radiology (2025)-Tools for Quality Control in Imaging (e.g., audits, repeat rates, equipment checks)

Tools for Quality Control in Imaging (e.g., audits, repeat rates, equipment checks)

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Ashok Srinivasan from the University of Michigan discusses tools for quality control in imaging, emphasizing the importance of structured procedures to ensure high-quality radiological services. Key tools include the cause and effect diagram, check sheets, histograms, Pareto charts, scatter diagrams, and process maps. These tools help identify issues, analyze trends, and improve processes by identifying root causes and target areas for improvement. The ultimate goal of employing these tools is to enhance equipment reliability, reduce costs, and improve patient care in healthcare institutions by promoting a comprehensive understanding of quality assurance.

Keywords

quality control

radiological services

cause and effect diagram

process improvement

healthcare quality assurance