Overdiagnosis can lead to several adverse outcomes:
Overtreatment: Patients may undergo unnecessary treatments, including surgeries, medications, and therapies, which can result in side effects and complications. Psychological Impact: Being diagnosed with a condition can cause anxiety, stress, and a reduced quality of life, even if the condition poses no real threat to health. Healthcare Costs: Overdiagnosis can increase healthcare expenditures due to unnecessary treatments and follow-up tests. Resource Allocation: It can divert resources away from patients with more serious conditions who need them most.
