Radiologists' perceptions of knowledge and training required by radiographers in the interpretation of radiographic images: An explorative study in KwaZulu-Natal province, South Africa.

Introduction: The health sector of South Africa is burdened by the shortage of radiologists leading to the under-reporting of radiographic images and ultimately mismanagement of patients. Previous studies have recommended training of radiographers in radiographic image interpretation in order to improve the reporting. There is paucity of information regarding the knowledge and training required by radiographers to interpret radiographic images.