Principles of plain film

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Chapter 44 Principles of plain film


Hardi Madani, Petrut Gogalniceanu, James Pegrum, John Curtis and Helen Marmery


Plain film consists of a single-shot image using x-rays.



What are the different densities in x-rays?




Black – gas



White – calcified structures



Grey – soft tissues



Darker grey – fat



Intense white – metallic objects



What are the basics that must not be missed?


Always check:




Name of patient, date of birth and date – this may give information about patient’s age and gender, which could elucidate the underlying pathology.

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Feb 18, 2017 | Posted by in GENERAL SURGERY | Comments Off on Principles of plain film

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