Medicolegal issues

Radiology errors lead to scan delays and avoidable deaths

By Maryam Payne

Mistakes by radiologists have contributed to delays in diagnosis and treatment and avoidable patient deaths in at least 45 cases since 2021, a U.K. health watchdog has reported.

March 24, 2025

Trial date set for radiologists facing manslaughter charges

By Philip Ward

An initial hearing will take place in Rome on 19 September for the three radiologists and one cardiologist from La Sapienza University Hospital who are being prosecuted for manslaughter.

March 19, 2025

Controversy breaks out over tribunal outcome

By Maryam Payne

A public petition to reverse the decision of a U.K. medical tribunal is gathering pace, after a panel issued only a warning to a hospital doctor for serious misconduct.

February 25, 2025

Italian radiologist faces inquiry after scanning his own cat

By Philip Ward

A radiologist is being investigated after scanning his own cat at a hospital in Aosta, Italy, according to a report in the media.

February 6, 2025

Does teleradiology increase malpractice liability for radiologists?

By Erik L. Ridley

Medical malpractice cases involving teleradiology tend to be more severe and result in higher indemnity payments than other radiology malpractice claims, according to recent U.S. research.

April 4, 2024