Inter- and intra-observer assessment of the Galactogram Imaging Classification System (GICS).

Autor: Torres-Alés C, Berná-Serna Jde D, Berná-Mestre Jde D, Sola-Pérez J, Torres-Alés, Carolina, Berná-Serna, Juan de Dios, Berná-Mestre, Juan de Dios, Sola-Pérez, Joaquín
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Zdroj: Acta Radiologica; Oct2011, Vol. 52 Issue 8, p829-833, 5p
Abstrakt: Background: A new system for the classification of galactograms is reported. To date, there is no universally accepted classification system. Purpose: To evaluate inter- and intra-observer agreement of the Galactogram Imaging Classification System (GICS) MATERIAL AND METHODS: Six observers with different levels of experience retrospectively evaluated 30 galactograms using the GICS. Images were reviewed independently twice within a four-week period. The kappa statistic was calculated for intra- and inter-observer variability. Results: The kappa for inter-observer agreement was moderate to substantial (range 0.41-0.72). Overall, the intra-observer kappa values were excellent (range 0.80-0.94). Conclusion: The present study shows a good to very good inter- and intra-observer agreement with the GICS. We believe the GICS can be incorporated into daily practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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