Should the lateral chest radiograph be routinely performed

摘要: Abstract Background The chest x-ray is one of the most common plain film radiographic examinations performed. Inclusion lateral radiograph varies internationally and nationally across radiology departments states in Australia. Search strategy A search databases Cochrane Library, Ovid Medline/Medline, PubMed, Scopus Science Direct was conducted. results were restricted to those published between 1985 2013 English. following terms used: ‘lateral chest', ‘radiograph', ‘digital radiography', ‘chest x-ray', ‘plain ‘ionising radiation'. publications with these title, abstract and/or keywords. Main findings There are few national or international guidelines pertaining inclusion as routine. Primary concerns increased radiation dose associated additional view reduction medical imaging services cost. Modern digital systems result a lower dose. diagnostic yield highly dependent on clinical indications patient. Further research into routine recommended. Conclusion Review literature suggests that should not be performed routinely unless clinically indicated.