røntgenfotografering

Røntgenfotografering, also known as radiography, is a medical imaging technique that uses X-rays to create images of the inside of the body. This non-invasive procedure is a cornerstone of modern diagnostic medicine, allowing healthcare professionals to visualize bones, organs, and other internal structures.

The process involves directing a beam of X-rays through the body part being examined. Different tissues absorb X-rays to varying degrees. Denser tissues, such as bone, absorb more X-rays and appear white on the resulting image. Softer tissues, like muscle and organs, absorb fewer X-rays and appear in shades of gray, while air-filled spaces, such as the lungs, absorb the least and appear black.

Røntgenfotografering is commonly used to diagnose fractures, detect infections like pneumonia, identify foreign objects, and assess the extent of certain diseases. It can also be employed during surgical procedures to guide the placement of instruments. While generally safe, the exposure to X-rays is a form of ionizing radiation, and therefore, the procedure is performed with caution, especially in pregnant women and children, and the radiation dose is kept as low as reasonably achievable. The resulting images, called radiographs or X-rays, are interpreted by radiologists to provide a diagnosis.