Chest X-ray
Shows the lungs, the outline of the heart and the ribs. It is the first examination for a cough, breathlessness or a chest injury.
Examination of the skeletal system and the internal organs
Radiology covers the X-ray examination of the skeletal system and the internal organs, which is used for the diagnosis of a variety of diseases and injuries. Radiography is a rapid and widely used examination that helps the doctor to assess changes present in the body.
The need for the examination and the area to be examined are determined on the basis of the patient's complaints, the clinical condition and the recommendation of the treating doctor.
X-ray diagnostics – X-Ray
X-ray examination is used to assess the condition of the bones, the joints, the organs of the thoracic cavity and other areas of the body.
Radiography of the bones and joints
The examination may be performed in cases of fracture, dislocation, traumatic injury, deformity, joint pain and other changes of the bones and joints.
Chest radiography
The examination is used to assess the general condition of the lungs, the airways, the cardiac silhouette and other structures of the chest.
Radiography of the spine
The examination makes it possible to assess the bony structures of the spine, deformities, and traumatic and degenerative changes.
Plain radiography of the abdominal cavity
In accordance with the clinical indications, it is used for the initial assessment of certain conditions relating to the organs of the abdominal cavity.
An X-ray examination is as a rule performed quickly and in most cases requires no special preparation. Before certain types of examination the patient may be given additional instructions.
It is important that the patient informs the medical staff in advance of a possible pregnancy. Radiography is performed only on the appropriate clinical indication and in compliance with the principles of radiation safety.
The type and extent of the examination are determined individually, taking into account the patient's condition and the doctor's referral. The images obtained are assessed together with the clinical data and the results of other investigations.
Where necessary, the results of the X-ray examination are used to plan further diagnostic work, treatment or a consultation with a specialist in another field.
Shows the lungs, the outline of the heart and the ribs. It is the first examination for a cough, breathlessness or a chest injury.
Assesses how clear the lung tissue is and whether there are inflammatory changes. It is usually ordered for suspected pneumonia or a long-lasting cough.
Shows the tooth root, the surrounding bone and any focus of inflammation. It is taken when planning treatment and to assess the state of the root canals.
Shows the bones and joints of the leg, including fractures and deformities. It is usually ordered after an injury, swelling or joint pain.