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We were gratified to read the recent study by Blackmore et al [ 1 Blackmore C.C. Mecklenburg R.S. Kaplan G.S. Effectiveness of clinical decision support in controlling inappropriate imaging. J Am Coll Radiol. 2008; 8: 19-25 Abstract Full Text Full Text PDF Scopus (195) Google Scholar ] about the role of clinical decision support in the use of advanced imaging. Their chief finding, that the use of clinical decision support can aid in the elimination of unnecessary imaging, is consistent with our own experience and underscores the critical importance of such initiatives for increasing patient safety and reducing health care costs. Effectiveness of Clinical Decision Support in Controlling Inappropriate ImagingJournal of the American College of RadiologyVol. 8Issue 1PreviewDecision support systems for advanced imaging are being implemented with increased frequency and are mandated under some new governmental health care initiatives. However, evidence of effectiveness in reducing inappropriate imaging utilization is limited. Full-Text PDF Authors' ReplyJournal of the American College of RadiologyVol. 8Issue 4PreviewWe appreciate the interest of the Institute for Clinical Systems Improvement (ICSI) group in our work, and we applaud their efforts in the state of Minnesota. It is particularly impressive to see their implementation of radiology clinical decision support on such a large scale. Full-Text PDF
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