Chest x-ray interpretation

ABC Method

DRSABCDE Method

  • Details
    • Info of patient
    • PA/AP, Lateral
  • RIPE - Image quality
    • Rotation
    • Inspiration
    • Picture
    • Exposure
  • Soft tissues and bones
  • Airway & mediastinum
  • Breathing
    • Lung fields
  • Circulation
    • Heart position and size
  • Diaphragm
  • Extras
    • Lines, tubes, catheters

Examples

Special Findings

Elevated Hemidiaphram

Elevated hemidiaphragm algorithm

See Also