Investigating the Impact of Structured Reporting on the Quality and Consistency of Radiology Reports: A Qualitative Study in Saudi Arabian Healthcare Settings

Ohood Hammed Alanzi, Zaid Abdullah Almeshari Altamimi, Abdulaziz Awwadh Daifallah Al Otaibi, Abdullah Hamoud Qasem Alanazi, Abdulaziz Ahmed Ibrahim Alhiqwi; Abdullah Hassan Ahmed Qahl, Maha Abdullah Alotaibi, Abdullah Ibrahim Alshudayyid Banin Ali AL-Abdullah, Hanan Ibrahim Abdullah Alamoudi

doi:10.63278/jicrcr.vi.1110

Investigating the Impact of Structured Reporting on the Quality and Consistency of Radiology Reports: A Qualitative Study in Saudi Arabian Healthcare Settings

Authors

Ohood Hammed Alanzi, Zaid Abdullah Almeshari Altamimi, Abdulaziz Awwadh Daifallah Al Otaibi, Abdullah Hamoud Qasem Alanazi, Abdulaziz Ahmed Ibrahim Alhiqwi
Abdullah Hassan Ahmed Qahl, Maha Abdullah Alotaibi, Abdullah Ibrahim Alshudayyid Banin Ali AL-Abdullah, Hanan Ibrahim Abdullah Alamoudi

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63278/jicrcr.vi.1110

Keywords:

structured reporting, radiology, report quality, qualitative research, Saudi Arabia

Abstract

Objective: This qualitative study aimed to investigate the impact of structured reporting on the quality and consistency of radiology reports in Saudi Arabian healthcare settings.
Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 40 radiologists and referring physicians across multiple hospitals in Saudi Arabia. Interview transcripts underwent thematic analysis to identify key themes related to the perceived benefits and challenges of structured reporting.
Results: Radiologists and referrers reported that structured reports improved report clarity, completeness, consistency, and searchability compared to free-text reports. Perceived challenges included longer reporting times, decreased flexibility, and variable suitability across imaging modalities. Successful implementation required customizable templates, integration with existing workflows, and collaboration between radiologists and referrers.
Conclusion: Structured reporting can enhance the quality and consistency of radiology reports when implemented thoughtfully. Addressing the identified challenges and engaging key stakeholders is crucial for realizing the full benefits of structured reporting in Saudi Arabian healthcare settings.

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Published

2024-08-22

How to Cite

Ohood Hammed Alanzi, Zaid Abdullah Almeshari Altamimi, Abdulaziz Awwadh Daifallah Al Otaibi, Abdullah Hamoud Qasem Alanazi, Abdulaziz Ahmed Ibrahim Alhiqwi, & Abdullah Hassan Ahmed Qahl, Maha Abdullah Alotaibi, Abdullah Ibrahim Alshudayyid Banin Ali AL-Abdullah, Hanan Ibrahim Abdullah Alamoudi. (2024). Investigating the Impact of Structured Reporting on the Quality and Consistency of Radiology Reports: A Qualitative Study in Saudi Arabian Healthcare Settings. Journal of International Crisis and Risk Communication Research , 1886–1891. https://doi.org/10.63278/jicrcr.vi.1110