X-ray ribs, unilateral, 3 or more views

Procedure Information

What is X-ray ribs, unilateral, 3 or more views?

X-ray ribs, unilateral, 3 or more views is a diagnostic imaging technique. It is an X-ray of only one side of the rib cage and utilizes a minimum of three views, with each view taken from a different angle.

Why would I get X-ray ribs, unilateral, 3 or more views?

X-ray ribs, unilateral, 3 or more views might be necessary to diagnose or monitor any medical conditions involving the ribs or chest area. This includes broken ribs or any other trauma or pain in the area.

What happens during X-ray ribs, unilateral, 3 or more views?

When having X-ray ribs, unilateral, 3 or more views done, the patient will lie on a table in various positions while a technician operates the X-ray equipment from the other room. This procedure is completely painless and takes only a few minutes.

What to expect after X-ray ribs, unilateral, 3 or more views?

After the procedure, the images are sent to a radiologist to be interpreted. The doctor who referred the patient will then discuss and provide the results of the X-ray ribs, unilateral, 3 or more views procedure.

Conclusion

X-ray ribs, unilateral, 3 or more views is a painless diagnostic procedure for assessing chest and rib related medical conditions. Results are typically discussed with the referring doctor a few days after the procedure.