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X-Ray

This form of diagnostic imaging is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions. This type of radiology exam is the oldest and most frequently used form of medical imaging. Diagnostic imaging with x-rays involves exposing part of the body to a small dose of ionizing radiation to produce pictures of the inside of your body.

X-rays are commonly taken of the chest and bones. A chest x-ray is often used to evaluate the lungs, heart, and chest wall. Some conditions this can help diagnose are:

• Pneumonia.
• Emphysema.
• Lung cancer.
• Heart failure and other heart-related problems.
• Line and tube placement.
• Other medical conditions.

Bone x-rays are often performed to help:

• Diagnose fractured bones or joint dislocation.
• Demonstrate proper alignment and stabilization of bony fragments following treatment of a fracture.
• Look for injury, infection, arthritis, abnormal bone growths and bony changes seen in metabolic conditions.
• Assist in the detection and diagnosis of bone cancer.
• Locate foreign objects in soft tissues in or around bones.
• Guide orthopedic surgery, such as spine repair/fusion, joint replacement and fracture reductions.

An x-ray usually requires no special preparation.

Contact Us

PCMH Radiology Department
For questions: 573-768-3295
To schedule an appointment: 573-547-4288