September 18, 2026 · Clinical radiology · DOI: 10.1016/j.crad.2026.107407

Medical image sharing 2026 best practice laws, legislation and regional variance

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The authors investigate the evolving legal and ethical landscape surrounding the sharing of medical imaging for educational purposes, particularly in light of updates to the UK GDPR. They aim to determine whether anonymisation alone is sufficient for legal compliance and explore the implications of recent regulatory changes on healthcare professionals' practices. The article concludes that a comprehensive approach, combining thorough de-identification, informed consent, and appropriate sharing methodologies, is essential to balance educational benefits with patient confidentiality.

L Steel, C Grieco, A Shaw, N Sharma

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