Will Plain Abdominal Radiographs become Obsolete?
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https://doi.org/10.17140/ROJ-2-116Keywords:
Abdomen; X-rays, Obstruction, Perforation, Radiation, DoseAbstract
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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