Chest X-ray Systematic Approach
Tutorial introduction

A systematic approach for viewing chest X-rays ensures no important structures are ignored, but a flexible approach is required to suit each clinical setting.

When formally presenting a chest X-ray, it is necessary to demonstrate a logical system. Although there is no agreed order of observation, you may find the sequence described in the chest X-ray anatomy tutorial helpful.

Here it is in brief.

This tutorial will help you develop your own system, starting with patient and image data, and image quality. You will go on to learn how abnormalities can be described and located. The tutorial also discusses the review of areas where abnormalities are easily missed.

Your course assessment certificate

A certificated course completion assessment is available which is based on the material in this tutorial and the related sections.

All the certificated online course completion assessments provided by Radiology Masterclass award CPD/CME credits in accordance with the CPD Scheme of the Royal College of Radiologists, London, UK.