X-Rays
The X-ray has become a very common and useful part of modern medicine. Doctors use this internal photography method in a number of situations in order to gain a plethora of information regarding the patient’s condition. X-rays, previously only used to snap simple shots of a patient’s skeletal status and reveal fractures and/or bone breaks, are now being used to view the brain, ligaments and tendons, and other internal organs.
Types of X-Rays
There are a number of different forms X-rays that have been developed in order to provide doctors with diagnostic information for various areas of the body. The most common are the following:
- Skeletal X-Ray – Used to detect bone problems, such as fractures or breaks
- Chest X-Ray – Used for lung examination
- Abdominal X-Ray – Used to examine the digestive system, or locate unwanted air pockets and free fluid
- Computed Axial Tomography (CAT or CT Scan) – Used to view soft tissues, such as the brain
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) – Used to view soft tissue in musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and oncological imaging
- Ultrasound – Used for lesion detection in internal soft tissue
X-rays are quite useful for providing information on what type of internal damage an individual has, thereby helping physicians make the best decision regarding treatment options.
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