Impact of computerized tomography on neuroradiological investigations in South Australia

Applications of time-series analysis: a case study on the impact of computer tomography

Time-series techniques are applied to an analysis of the use of neurodiagnostic procedures in Athens, to evaluate the effect of the introduction of computer tomography. Results confirm the usefulness of such techniques, but illustrate the dependence of their successful application on the nature and quality of data.

Diagnostic and therapeutic impact of computerized tomography in patients with malignant brain tumours: South Australian experience

The incidence of malignant brain tumours in the South Australian population has been determined for two six-months periods before and after the introduction of computerized tomography (CT). The impact of CT on diagnosis and short-term patient status has been analysed in patients with astrocytoma or glioblastoma multiforme. CT has significantly altered neuroradiological practice in these patients, but appears to have had little impact on prognosis or outcome.

Changes in neurological practice in South Australia after the introduction of computerized tomography

There has been no significant change in the age distribution of patients undergoing neuroradiological investigations after the introduction of computerized tomography (CT) in South Australia. The referral pattern has not changed, and adequate clinical neurological assessment was apparent both before and after the availability of CT, with the application of CT being selective rather than additive. Initial impression suggests some reduction in bed utilization after the introduction of CT.