Surgery 101

How to Read an Abdominal X-ray

July 6, 2012

12:30 am

In this episode, Dr. Kamran Fathimani discusses how to interpret abdominal X-rays.

After listening to this episode, learners will be able to:

  • list the common indications for abdominal X-ray.
  • describe a simple system for abdominal X-ray interpretation.
  • recognize common abnormalities on abdominal X-ray including bowel obstruction, free air and air-fluid levels.

Running time 13:21