<p style="text-align:justify"><strong>Chest X-ray </strong>(Toraco-Pleuro-Mediastino-Cardio-Pulmonary X-ray) in Three Projections (Posteroanterior &ndash; PA, Lateral &ndash; Profile, and Oblique View)&nbsp;a chest X-ray in three projections is a non-invasive diagnostic method recommended for patients with an unclear clinical presentation. This imaging technique evaluates the lungs, mediastinum (organs located in the thoracic cavity), and the bones of the thoracic region. Thanks to advanced digital radiography equipment, radiation exposure has been reduced tenfold, and image clarity has significantly improved. The resulting images can also be provided to patients in a digital format.</p><p style="text-align:justify"><strong>When is a chest X-ray indicated?</strong></p><ol><li style="text-align: justify;">Persistent cough lasting more than 2&ndash;3 weeks</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Cough with excessive phlegm (sputum)</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Blood present in sputum</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Shortness of breath (dyspnea)</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Recurring chest or back pain</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Elevated body temperature persisting for more than 2&ndash;3 weeks</li></ol><p style="text-align:justify"><strong>What can the radiologist detect with a chest X-ray?</strong></p><ol><li style="text-align: justify;">Infectious lung diseases (pneumonia, bronchopneumonia, pleurisy, tuberculosis)</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Bronchitis</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Tuberculosis</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Pulmonary, bronchial, or tracheal neoplasms</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Inflammatory diseases of the pleura (pleurisy, pleural empyema)</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Pulmonary embolism</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Pneumothorax (mechanical rupture of lung tissue)</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Parasitic lung infections (e.g., echinococcosis)</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Diseases of the thoracic spine</li></ol><p style="text-align:justify"><strong>* X-rays are contraindicated for pregnant women unless strictly indicated by a physician.</strong></p><p style="text-align:justify">Duration of the procedure: 5&ndash;10 minutes</p><ul><li>No special preparation is required. Before the X-ray, the patient must remove all metal objects such as jewelry and piercings.</li></ul>