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The information provided on UnderstandMyScan.com is for educational and informational purposes only. This website is designed to help patients better understand the language commonly used in medical imaging reports, including MRI, US and Mammography studies. The explanations provided on this site are intended to improve general understanding of radiology reports and medical terminology.
The information presented on this website, including explanations generated and reviewed by a radiologist, is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Nothing on this website should be interpreted as medical advice.
No Physician - Patient Relationship
Use of this website does not establish a physician–patient relationship between you and the radiologist associated with UnderstandMyScan.com. The service provides general educational explanations of radiology report language only and should not be considered personalized medical care.
Submitting a report or using this website does not create a medical relationship or replace consultation with your treating physician or healthcare provider.
Not a Substitute for Your Treating Clinician
Your treating physician, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or other licensed healthcare professional remains responsible for your medical care. Medical decisions should always be made in consultation with the clinician who ordered your imaging study and who has access to your complete medical history, imaging studies, laboratory data, and clinical information.
The explanations provided through this website should not be used to make medical decisions without discussing the results with your healthcare provider.
Limitations of the Information Provided
Explanations provided through UnderstandMyScan are based solely on the written text contained within a radiology report. The radiologist providing educational explanations through this website does not have access to the actual medical images, prior imaging studies, clinical history, physical examination findings, laboratory results, or other important medical information that may affect interpretation.
Because of these limitations, explanations provided through this service may not fully reflect the clinical context of your imaging study.
Urgent or Concerning Findings
UnderstandMyScan is not intended for urgent or emergency medical concerns. If your radiology report contains findings that may represent a serious or time-sensitive medical condition, you should contact your treating healthcare provider immediately or seek appropriate medical care.
This service should never delay appropriate medical evaluation or treatment.
Accuracy and Completeness
While every effort is made to provide accurate and understandable explanations, medical information is complex and continually evolving. UnderstandMyScan makes no guarantees regarding the completeness, accuracy, or applicability of the information provided.
Age Restriction
This website is intended for adults age 18 and older. UnderstandMyScan is not designed to interpret or explain pediatric imaging reports.
Personal Identifying Information
Reports may contain personal identifying information. UnderstandMyScan treats uploaded reports as confidential and uses them only to generate an educational explanation.
If you prefer, you may remove identifying information before uploading your report, but this is not required.
Limitation of Liability
By using this website, you acknowledge and agree that UnderstandMyScan.com and its contributors shall not be liable for any decisions made or actions taken based on the information provided on this site. The educational explanations offered through this service are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
User Acknowledgment
By using this website or submitting a radiology report for explanation, you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and agree to this Medical Disclaimer.