Top 10 evidence-based essentials in radiology
A structured framework of guidelines, trials, therapies, and tools used in clinical practice
By
MDSpire News Staff
September 29, 2026
Clinical Scorecard: Top 10 evidence-based essentials in radiology
At a Glance
Category Detail
Condition Radiology
Key Mechanisms Imaging selection, safety, screening, diagnosis, treatment, and reporting.
Target Population Patients requiring imaging and diagnostic evaluations.
Care Setting Clinical and research radiology environments.
Key Highlights
ACR Appropriateness Criteria provide evidence-based imaging guidance. ACR Manual on Contrast Media addresses risks and management of contrast media. GÖTEBORG-2 trial shows reduced diagnoses of clinically insignificant prostate cancer with negative MRI results. Lutetium Lu 177 vipivotide tetraxetan approved for PSMA-positive metastatic prostate cancer. Liver Imaging Reporting and Data System standardizes reporting for hepatocellular carcinoma.
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Use ACR BI-RADS for breast imaging reporting. Implement Lung-RADS for lung cancer screening findings.
Management
Follow ACR Manual on MR Safety for safe practices in MR environments. Utilize LI-RADS for consistent terminology in hepatocellular carcinoma imaging.
Monitoring & Follow-up
Audit and outcomes monitoring included in ACR BI-RADS v2025.
Risks
ACR Manual on Contrast Media provides guidance on managing risks associated with contrast media.
Patient & Prescribing Data
Patients undergoing imaging procedures or evaluations.
FDA approvals for specific radiopharmaceuticals enhance diagnostic capabilities.
Clinical Best Practices
Incorporate expert consensus when supporting data are unavailable. Use standardized reporting systems to reduce variability in imaging interpretation.
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