Assessing Knowledge Differences in Forensic Radiology: A Comparative Study of Diagnostic Imaging and Non-Diagnostic Imaging Students in the Radiology Department

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1 Department of Radiological Sciences, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University (PNU), KSA

2 Carleton University, Ottawa, Canada

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Background: The use of diagnostic imaging modalities such as X-ray, CT, and MRI has become essential in forensic science for interpreting and reporting radiological examinations and procedures, collectively referred to as Forensic Radiology. This research aims to assess the understanding of their roles among students in the Diagnostic Imaging program compared to students in other radiology programs.

Materials and Methods: A total of 142 students from various radiology department programs participated in a questionnaire assessing the role of diagnostic imaging modalities in forensic radiology. An independent sample test was used to evaluate the knowledge of students in the Diagnostic Imaging program versus those in other radiology programs.

Results: The knowledge of students in the Diagnostic Imaging program regarding forensic radiology was general and comparable to that of students in other radiology programs. The mean scores for both groups were similar for questions about the roles of diagnostic modalities. However, there was a significant difference in their understanding of general information about forensic radiology (P=0.00).

Conclusion: Diagnostic imaging modalities are crucial in forensic science. The findings suggest that the usage and importance of these modalities should be more thoroughly integrated into the Diagnostic Imaging program curriculum to enhance student understanding and preparedness in forensic radiology.

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Sohag Medical Journal
Volume 29, Issue 2
Clinical Science Volume
2025
Pages 195-200

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