Structured reporting in daily practice-status quo and future

Clinical/methodical issue Introduction and application of structured reporting in radiology private practice. Standard radiological methods Ultrasound (US), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), digital x-ray (DR), mammography (MG). Methodological innovations Structuring and predefinition of entire reports and report parts. Performance Structured reporting in radiology presumably allows for higher report quality, reproducibility and easier access to data mining. Also the communication with the referring physicians can be improved. Although these advantages are well acknowledged, structured reporting does not prevail in private radiology practices. This article sheds light on the current situation of structured reporting in radiology private practice and provides information for the faltering implementation as well as perspective for individual potential solutions to overcome this situation. Achievements Structured reporting is not yet standard. Growing acceptance of structured reporting can be expected. Practical recommendations The application of structured reporting can improve report quality. The use of structured reporting should be considered for common examinations.