The Influence of Disease Severity of Preceding Clinical Cases on Pathologists Medical Decision Making

Conclusion. Physicians appear to be influenced by the severity of previously interpreted test cases. Understanding types and sources of diagnostic bias may lead to improved assessment of accuracy and better patient care.

Source: Medical Decision Making - November 28, 2016 Category: Health Management Authors: Frederick, P. D., Nelson, H. D., Carney, P. A., Brunye, T. T., Allison, K. H., Weaver, D. L., Elmore, J. G. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research