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X-Ray
An x-ray is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions. Imaging with x-rays involves exposing a part of the body to a small dose of ionizing radiation to produce pictures of the inside of the body. While x-ray images are among the clearest, most detailed views of bone, they provide little information about muscles, tendons or joints.
The technologist positions the patient on the x-ray table and places the x-ray film holder or digital recording plate under the table in the area of the body being imaged. When necessary, sandbags, pillows or other positioning devices will be used to help you maintain the proper position.
Benefits & Risks
Benefits of X-Ray :
X-ray equipment is relatively inexpensive and widely available in emergency rooms, physician offices, ambulatory care centers, nursing homes and other locations, making it convenient for both patient and physicians.
Because x-ray imaging is fast and easy, it is particularly useful in emergency diagnosis and treatment.
No radiation remains in a patient’s body after an x-ray examination.
Risks involved are :
- There is always a slight chance of cancer from excessive exposure to radiation. However, the benefit of an accurate diagnosis far outweighs the risk.
- Women should always inform their physicians or x-ray technologist if there is any possibility that they are pregnant.
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