Will Plain Abdominal Radiographs become Obsolete?
Journal Title: Radiology – Open Journal - Year 2017, Vol 2, Issue 2
Abstract
Plain abdominal radiographs are often used as the first line investigation in diagnosing abdominal pathologies such as bowel obstruction and gastrointestinal perforation. However, their interpretation can often be non-specific. Given the reduction in radiation doses in recent years, This article reviews the role of plain abdominal radiographs and other imaging modalities in bowel obstruction and gastrointestinal perforation.
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- DOI 10.17140/ROJ-2-116
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