Why I may need a X-Ray
They help diagnose fractured bones, look for injury or infection and to locate foreign objects in soft tissue. X-Rays can also assist with the detection of:
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How to prepare and what to expect
Patients need to bring along their medical aid information, ID and a referral letter, if provided by their doctor. You may be asked to change into a gown and remove all jewellery and other metallic objects before the X-Ray.
Once you have completed your registration, patients are taken to the x-ray room to conduct the examination. After 30 minutes , they will receive the images and results of their x-ray.
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Dr. Manitha Bindapersad
Midrand Breast and Bone Density Clinic is led by Dr. Manitha Bindapersad. She is a specialist radiologist with a particular interest in breast imaging and women’s health. After graduating from Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (MEDUNSA) in 1998 and completing her internship and community service; she chose to specialise and train as a radiologist at the University of Witwatersrand from 2001 to 2005.
Over the years, she has gained a wealth of experience working in the public sector as head of Chris Baragwanath Hospital’s Mammography Department for 15 years and 10 subsequent years in the private sector. Dr Bindapersad has extensive experience and expertise in the fields of digital mammography, bone care, performance of biopsies, women’s health and general radiology.
Frequently Asked Questions
To this day, x-rays are the most common radiological procedure that doctors request. This is due to the incredible diagnostic capability and flexibility provided by these powerful tools. An x-ray machine produces an image of multiple internal features, by sending x-ray particles through the body.
These images are stored digitally and can be used to see into the body, assess a variety of injuries and monitor the progression of several diseases. X-ray is an excellent tool for examining bone injuries and joint pathology. Typically, an x-ray will be performed when requested by a doctor who is trying to diagnose a patient’s ailment.
Below, you will find a list of common ailments that can be detected and monitored using x-ray imaging:
- Bone fractures or breaks
- Ingestion of foreign objects or digestive issues
- Pneumonia or bronchitis
- Arthritis
- Bone deformity or a bone that is healing from an existing break
- Kidney stones
- And many others.