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Evidence regarding knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) related to MRI safety among healthcare providers and the public in China remains limited. A web-based cross-sectional study. HCPs (including clinicians, nurses, MRI technologists, and medical students) completed the survey based on their experience in MRI-related environments, whereas PFs completed the survey as examinees/patients and accompanying family members/caregivers. Data were collected between March 1, 2024, and May 1, 2025. A total of 924 questionnaires were collected, of which 46 were excluded due to lack of informed consent, insufficient response time, age ineligibility, or data outliers, resulting in 878 valid questionnaires. HCPs demonstrated higher knowledge, attitude, and practice scores than PFs. Structural equation modeling showed that knowledge significantly influenced attitudes in both groups, while attitudes exerted a strong direct effect on practice. Both groups exhibited limited knowledge and moderate attitudes toward MRI safety. These findings suggest potential implications for future educational strategies aimed at improving MRI safety awareness and compliance.
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The study was supported by The 2024 Zhengzhou Municipal Scientific and Technological Innovation Guidance Plan Project in the Field of Medical and Health Care (2024YLZDJH098).
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Mengdi Zhang carried out the studies, participated in the design of the questionnaire, and assistance in manuscript preparation. Gaofeng Lu performed guidance and review of the statistical analysis and manuscript writing. Dongzhi Zhai and Yanna Guo participated in the design of the questionnaire and evaluation of its scientific validity and rationality. Additionally, Zhenzhen Li, Lu Fan, and Yitong Xing performed the questionnaire distribution, data collection, and data analysis, as well as their contributions to drafting the manuscript. All authors have read and approved the final manuscript.
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Zhang, M., Lu, G., Zhai, D. et al. Knowledge attitudes and practices regarding MRI safety among healthcare providers and patients/family members in China. Sci Rep (2026). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-026-44648-5
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