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Pediatric Imaging Website
This site is devoted to Parents of Children cared for at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Egleston and the Residents of Emory University Department of Radiology

Radiography

X-ray examinations in children present interesting challenges to clinicians, radiographers and radiologists.  Limiting of unnecessary radiation is of foremost important in the pediatric patient. 

     Therefore, prudent utilization of this modality is foremost in the mind of the radiologist who is responsible for it's interpretation.  The discussion surrounds the necessity as well as how it is done. 

     Proper equipment is essential and digital radiography is the standard.  Meticulous technique by the radiographer prevents unnecessary exposure or repeat examinations.  Our technologists are all well-trained in the proper technique in imaging your child. 

     Normal Chest Radiograph-3mMale



Please note the normal thymus present in the mediastinum, a prominent part of an infant and young child's mediastinum