The ‘Incidentaloma’ Problem With Medical Scans

June 8, 2010

Mr. Kristof has performed a public service by sharing the intimate details of his personal medical situation with millions, and we can all appreciate a major lesson of his thoughtful and moving column: to enjoy every day and time with our loved ones. His tale also brings to the fore a conundrum the medical community confronts with increasing urgency, given the pressing need to deploy expensive imaging technologies in a manner that balances risks and costs with benefits. (New York Times)