Reducing Scanxiety
"Scanxiety" is a term for a longstanding challenge patients face when interacting with imaging care. How are patients and radiologists working together to alleviate stress and improve care?
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Scanxiety
Explore resources pertaining to patient anxiety related to medical imaging.
"Scanxiety" is a term for a longstanding challenge patients face when interacting with imaging care. It has since become a common term, especially on social media. The term started with cancer patients and is now more widely used by anyone with a condition that requires regular exams. Scanxiety is often used when discussing the stress and worry that accompanies a radiology appointment.
ACR Scanxiety Toolkit
This is a toolkit to assist medical imaging providers in helping patients manage scanxiety. Available in English and Spanish translations.
