Radiology Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
Examples of different imaging modalities?
A
Plain radiography Ultrasound CT MRI Nuclear medicine
2
Q
What can and can’t be seen in plain radiography?
A
Can - Bone detail
Can’t - Soft tissue detail
3
Q
Uses for plain film radiography?
A
Trauma (fractures, dislocations)
Neoplasms (benign, malignant)
Arthritides
Metabolic abnormalities
4
Q
What can and can’t be seen in ultrasound?
A
Can - soft tissue detail
Can’t - Bone detail
5
Q
Uses for ultrasound?
A
Muscle or tendon tears
Joint effusions
Soft tissue masses
