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In Depth Review of Scoliosis- Radiographic Imaging

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Description: Overview of imaging (X-ray, CT scans, and MRI) used in diagnosis
Initial imaging evaluation of a patient suspected of having scoliosis is by a standing posterior-anterior thoracolumbar spine radiograph done on a single long film. Modern radiographic techniques minimize radiation exposure

Type: Reference Material
Author/Contact: Not Available
Institution: Scoliosis Research Society
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Language: English

Submitted by: jflahiff
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Added: Fri Jan 11 2002
Last Modified: Wed Aug 01 2007