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[Radiological examinations that have disappeared].

Carl B A J Puylaert¹, Julien B C M Puylaert

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Summary

Radiology has evolved significantly since the discovery of X-rays. Many older radiological examinations have been replaced by advanced imaging techniques like CT and MRI, and other diagnostic methods.

Area of Science:

Radiology and Medical Imaging
Diagnostic Technologies

Context:

The practice of radiology has undergone dramatic transformations since the initial discovery of X-rays.
Historical radiological examinations are increasingly being superseded by modern diagnostic modalities.

Purpose:

To review and document radiological examinations that have become obsolete.
To identify the primary reasons for the decline and replacement of these historical imaging techniques.

Summary:

Barium studies have largely been supplanted by endoscopy.
Oral cholecystography is now predominantly performed using ultrasound.
Intravenous urography has been replaced by computed tomography (CT) scans.
Traditional angiography techniques have given way to Seldinger angiography.

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Pneumencephalography and myelography are now performed using CT and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

Bronchography has been replaced by bronchoscopy and CT scans.

Arthrography is now performed using MRI and arthroscopy.

Numerous other radiological examinations have been replaced by ultrasound, CT, or MRI.

Impact:

This evolution highlights the rapid advancement in medical imaging technology.
Understanding these shifts provides insight into the progression of diagnostic capabilities in medicine.
The obsolescence of certain radiological exams reflects improvements in accuracy, safety, and patient comfort.