Table 1 Inclusion and exclusion criteria based on the PCC (Population–Concept–Context) framework
From: Measuring appropriateness of diagnostic imaging: a scoping review
Criteria | Inclusion criteria | Exclusion criteria |
|---|---|---|
Population | Diagnostic patients: -Â Undergoing radiological diagnostics -Â Of any age, (co)morbidity and sex | Screening programs (e.g., breast, lung, prostate screening) Radiotherapy (e.g., radiation) Animal studies |
Concept | Studies analysing appropriate and targeted use of radiological diagnostics Studies measuring appropriate indication of radiological diagnostics | Clinical practice guidelines |
Context | Single studies as well as aggregated evidence (systematic reviews, meta-analyses) | Â |
Publication type and language | Published journal articles available or articles not yet peer-reviewed Articles available as full text No language restrictions | Commentaries, case reports, conference papers |