Collaboration Between Emergency Medicine and Radiology in Regional Hospitals Improves Initial Diagnosis Accuracy: A...

Imaging plays a critical role in emergency medicine, and effective communication between radiologists and emergency physicians is essential for accurate diagnoses. Timely and accurate interpretation of imaging is particularly vital in critical cases. This case series highlights three emergency cases that emphasize the importance of timely imaging and interdepartmental collaboration. Case 1 is a 63-year-old woman with diabetic ketoacidosis and shock, where imaging revealed pancreatitis and hemoperitoneum. Case 2 is a 72-year-old male patient diagnosed with strangulated ileus via CT, leading to prompt surgical intervention. Case 3 is a 92-year-old female patient who had multiple problems, where imaging revealed pulmonary embolism, cerebral infarction, and suspected appendiceal cancer. Effective communication between emergency physicians and radiologists is paramount for enabling rapid and accurate diagnoses, ultimately improving patient care. Strengthening this collaboration reduces stress among healthcare professionals and enhances emergency care, particularly in resource-limited hospitals.