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With the advent of new technologies in radiology, the choices of imaging modalities available to the physician have become increasingly complex. Selecting the best imaging modality depends on the clinical question at hand. The more focused the question, the clearer the choice of imaging technique.
The initial evaluation of a child often begins with a plain radiograph. Whenever possible, this should be performed in the radiology department rather than by portable units because patient positioning and technique, which affect the quality of the final radiograph, are better managed in the department. Findings on the plain radiograph will often indicate whether...
