As proponents of raising the awareness of the potential consequences of overdiagnosis,
we are pleased to see Dr. Fitzgerald's acknowledgement of the challenges that the
diagnosis of intracranial aneurysms presents. We further agree that language serves
as the foundation of radiology. In contradistinction to Dr. Fitzgerald, we believe
that altering the nomenclature of intracranial aneurysms represents the most viable
option available to mitigate both the stigma and potential interventions sought by
patients presenting with intracranial aneurysms.
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Published online: November 16, 2015
Footnotes
In reply to Fowler, Friedewald, Moy, and Price.
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