In a PACS, a mismatch between the image header and image database information from RIS generates what are known as "exceptions, " "broken studies, " or "orphans."

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This is true as a mismatch between image header and database information can cause the PACS to not properly associate the image with the correct patient, study, or series, resulting in exceptions or orphans.

In a PACS, a Mismatch Between the Image Header and Image