Evidence grade: WEAK — Supported only by weak or preliminary evidence.
computed from the encoded evidence by the Atlas grading rule.
NI-RADS links a reproducible score to management and improves structured reporting and interreader consistency
Interrater reliability is moderate, PET/CT vs contrast-CT/MRI performance differs, and category-to-risk calibration is still maturing
Score drives whether to biopsy, image again, or reassure; miscalibration causes unnecessary biopsy or missed recurrence.
This is an educational research resource from Resonant Labs, not clinical advice. Evidence grades and controversies are summarized from the literature and may change as the field evolves.