RadLex and SNOMED CT integration: a pilot study for standardising radiology classification.

IF 4.1 2区 医学 Q1 RADIOLOGY, NUCLEAR MEDICINE & MEDICAL IMAGING
Merit Marquis, Igor Bossenko, Peeter Ross
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Abstract

Background: Effective communication and information exchange across diverse platforms are critical in healthcare data systems. However, the presence of multiple coding systems and varying standards creates discrepancies and misalignments, highlighting the need for innovative solutions to address these challenges.

Objective: The study aimed to develop a technical and semantic interoperability method specifically for radiology procedures, utilising the terminology management tool TermX to facilitate efficient data exchange and utilisation in healthcare.

Results: The study resulted in a revised RadLex data model using SNOMED CT, accompanied by a mapping guide and a classification system for X-ray and angiography procedures. This classification system consists of nineteen distinct properties, each defined by specific value sets derived from SNOMED CT terminology. A total of 380 concepts were utilised to describe the 622 procedures examined comprehensively.

Conclusion: Through twelve design cycles involving in-depth analysis and iterative refinement, the mapping of angiography and X-ray procedures was successfully achieved, culminating in the creation and validation of a universal model that enhances both primary and secondary data collection. The efficacy and innovation of this system pave the way for further advancements in healthcare interoperability.

Critical relevance statement: The innovative integration achieved in this study for standardising radiology classification promises to improve data management practices and enhance patient care outcomes through increased interoperability within the healthcare sector.

Key points: A universal radiology procedure model to enhance capture would be valuable. A tool to facilitate technical and semantic interoperability for efficient data exchange in healthcare was created. This system could pave the way for futher advancements in healthcare interoperability.

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Insights into Imaging
Insights into Imaging Medicine-Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Imaging
CiteScore
7.30
自引率
4.30%
发文量
182
审稿时长
13 weeks
期刊介绍: Insights into Imaging (I³) is a peer-reviewed open access journal published under the brand SpringerOpen. All content published in the journal is freely available online to anyone, anywhere! I³ continuously updates scientific knowledge and progress in best-practice standards in radiology through the publication of original articles and state-of-the-art reviews and opinions, along with recommendations and statements from the leading radiological societies in Europe. Founded by the European Society of Radiology (ESR), I³ creates a platform for educational material, guidelines and recommendations, and a forum for topics of controversy. A balanced combination of review articles, original papers, short communications from European radiological congresses and information on society matters makes I³ an indispensable source for current information in this field. I³ is owned by the ESR, however authors retain copyright to their article according to the Creative Commons Attribution License (see Copyright and License Agreement). All articles can be read, redistributed and reused for free, as long as the author of the original work is cited properly. The open access fees (article-processing charges) for this journal are kindly sponsored by ESR for all Members. The journal went open access in 2012, which means that all articles published since then are freely available online.
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