Journal article
Utilization patterns of diagnostic imaging across the late life course: A population-based study in Ontario, Canada
Abstract
OBJECTIVES: Due to the aging baby boom population, utilization rates of diagnostic imaging (i.e., X-ray, CT, and MRI scanning) have risen rapidly relative to other health services. The aim of this study is to investigate the utilization patterns of outpatient diagnostic imaging services (X-ray, CT, and MRI) across the late life course (65 years and older).
METHODS: A population-based retrospective cohort study was conducted for the period April …
Authors
Wang L; Nie JX; Tracy CS; Moineddin R; Upshur REG
Journal
International Journal of Technology Assessment in Health Care, Vol. 24, No. 4, pp. 384–390
Publisher
Cambridge University Press (CUP)
Publication Date
October 2008
DOI
10.1017/s0266462308080501
ISSN
0266-4623