Quality systems for medical imaging: Guidelines for implementation and monitoring

Overview

No medical imaging service can produce high quality work unless it is properly managed. Quality management implies good organization and discipline, with complete documentation of all aspects of the imaging service. Guidelines and management rules therefore need to be established if the quality of medical imaging services is to be improved. This publication aims to cover some of the needs and demands of the medical imaging services, both in developing and developed countries. It outlines principles for appropriate medical imaging and contains guidelines as well as checklists designed to assist medical imaging centers in self-assessment of their performance