Improving Imaging Appropriateness in the Emergency Department: Radiology Clinical Decision Support in a Quaternary Care Centre—A Retrospective Observational Study

Key Points

• This research aims to evaluate the impact of electronic clinical decision support on imaging practices in emergency departments.
• Conducted a retrospective observational study in a quaternary care center.
• Analyzed the integration of electronic clinical decision support into clinical workflows.
• Assessed changes in imaging appropriateness and CT utilization rates.
• Improved imaging appropriateness was observed following eCDS integration.
• Reduced utilization of low-value CT scans was noted.
• Potential environmental benefits were recognized due to decreased imaging volume.

Abstract