python type of a new tag value and save_as()

[Dan Cutright]

After editing tag values of ds, where ds = pydicom.read_file(), will ds.save_as() always safely convert new tag values of type str to the tag's VR?

My hunch is that this is true with exception of maybe pixel data, is that correct?

Thanks!

Dan

[Dan Cutright]

I should clarify, also unless it's a MultiValue, then I'm assuming a list of str is sufficient?

[Darcy Mason]

Hi Dan,

Yes, what you have said should be true.  Any time a value is set (including through MultiValue), pydicom runs the value through a conversion process according to the VR.

If you see anything that acts differently, let us know...

Darcy