ACR Releases Patient-Friendly Guide to Imaging in Leukemia Staging and Follow-Up

The ACR has published a plain-language version of its Appropriateness Criteria for leukemia staging and follow-up, translating evidence-based imaging recommendations into accessible guidance for patients and caregivers.

• This is a patient-facing adaptation of the ACR Appropriateness Criteria — an established society guideline — not a new primary research study; no original outcome data or statistical comparisons are reported.
• Covers imaging appropriateness across leukemia staging and surveillance contexts, helping patients understand why specific modalities (e.g., CT, PET/CT, MRI) may or may not be recommended at different disease phases.
• Limitation: as a consumer summary of existing criteria, it reflects the evidence base and potential gaps of the underlying guideline rather than introducing new clinical evidence.

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