Modern medical practice has seen many advances in imaging over
the past ten years. Magnetic Resonance Imaging, CT scanning and
Ultrasound investigations have all been added to the repertoire of
normal practice. However, the humble chest X-ray remains a crucial
first line investigation - particularly for acute medical admissions.
Many chest X-rays are requested for a specific purpose e.g.
confirmation of pneumonia, but the image may reveal features of
previously unsuspected disease of another body system.
Digital storage of X-ray images means that a chest X-ray may be
viewed at any computer workstation in your hospital. Clinicians now
have the opportunity to view these images without waiting for the
X-ray packet to be delivered. This can only be advantageous for the
patient if the clinician knows what to look for on the image.
This book takes you through 200 images in a stimulating manner
designed to improve your confidence in reporting the humble chest
X-ray.