A review of the medico legal concerns in diagnostics ultrasound in Nigeria

Abstract

Litigation in medical practice is increasing in increasing in our environment and specifically the likelihood of malpractice in medical ultrasonograhy is emphasized. An effort was therefore made to review the literature on the legal concerns in diagnostic ultrasound using medline and biblographics search for relevant English language studies. Current trent showed an increase in medico legal issues in Nigeria but none yet in medical ultrasonography. The areas of increased vulnerability in ultrasonography were identified as obstetric scanning sinologist/radiologist should therefore protect themselves from litigation by being properly trained, ensure good control of treatment of patients and deal with complaint promptly.