Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Thoracic Radiography

X-ray visualization of the chest and organs of the thoracic cavity. It is not restricted to visualization of the lungs.

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Abstract

X-ray visualization of the chest and organs of the thoracic cavity. It is not restricted to visualization of the lungs.

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Synonyms

3 entry terms
  • Radiography, Thoracic
  • Radiographies, Thoracic
  • Thoracic Radiographies

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16 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, drug effects, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, radiation effects, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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Indexing Annotation

IM general only; use for "thoracic" only when the enclosed organs are not specified or are irrelevant; avoid as NIM coordinate with specific region /diag image; instead prefer specific radiographic technique; MASS CHEST X-RAY is also available

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98(63)

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  1. E01w.370.350w.700w.730w

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WF 975

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Thoracic Radiography. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D013902. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D013902
  2. Thoracic Radiography. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chest_radiograph
  3. Thoracic Radiography. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1283318