[Head and Spine X-Rays: Clinical Value and Practical Use].

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Authors: Risa Kagaya, Noriko Sato, Hiroyuki Maki, Kota Yokoyama
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Abstract

Radiographs of the head and spine are now obtained less frequently, and their clinical significance has become limited. Nevertheless, they remains useful for the overall assessment of the cranial and spinal structures. In particular, X-rays still provide high diagnostic value in hematologic disorders, drug-induced conditions, metabolic bone diseases, skeletal dysplasia, congenital anomalies, and bone tumors. This article reviews representative diseases in which a radiography can serve as the initial clue for diagnosis, including conditions discovered incidentally.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Radiology practices and education Forensic Anthropology and Bioarchaeology Studies Hematological disorders and diagnostics

Publication details

Journal / source
PubMed
Volume
78
Issue
2
Pages
97–104
Publication date
1 February 2026
Language
JA