X-rays are used for a variety of diagnoses, including discovering the cause of unexplained pain or other symptoms of injury or disease. Conditions often diagnosed through the use of X-rays include:

• Cancer
• Bone injuries and disorders such as arthritis or osteoporosis
• Tooth decay
• Problems affecting the digestive tract
• Infections

X-rays can be used in conjunction with orthopedic surgery to ensure that a fracture or other injury has been properly set. Such X-rays are also invaluable in the detecting abnormalities in the heart and lungs. If further testing is required, X-rays may be followed up with other diagnostic imaging techniques, such as MRI, PET, CT scans or ultrasound.

X-ray equipment emits only a small amount of radiation. The risks of radiation exposure are, therefore, quite limited and the chance that X-rays will cause cell damage or mutation is extremely low. Because a fetus is more susceptible to harm from radiation, pregnant woman should always inform their doctors before having X-rays.

Fluoroscopy studies use x-rays to examine soft tissue organs such as the stomach, liver and intestines which all have a density that normally gives the radiology image an external outline but does not show the inner parts of these structures. By introducing a contrast material such as barium (which can be swallowed or given as an enema), full views of these organs can be seen. Air and barium can be used together as a “double contrast” study for even greater detail.

AXIOM Luminos TF Versatile fluoroscopy solution weight limit up to 600 lbs*

AXIOM Luminos TF is a top-of-the-line fluoroscopy system designed for the complete spectrum of patient profiles – from pediatrics to bariatrics. With its highly robust, fully automatic table and open architectural design, the system easily supports full dynamic table movements even during examinations on patients weighing up to 500 lbs (230 kg). And for patients weighing up to 600 lbs, the system allows examinations in the locked static table position. AXIOM Luminos TF offers remarkably convenient and efficient system handling with the new tableside user interface and comprehensive dose-reduction features. Combined with the mobile Flat Detector (mFD)**, the AXIOM Luminos TF provides the ability to expand to a full digital radiographic service.