pulmonary disorders
Chest Imaging
Introduction
Chest imaging includes use of Conventional Chest X-Ray Techniques None Chest Computed Tomography (CT) None Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Chest None Nuclear Lung Scanning , including positron emission tomography (PET) scanning Ultrasonography of the Chest None There are no absolute contraindications to undergoing noninvasive imaging procedures except for MRI. ). Additionally, gadolinium, when used as a contrast agent for MRI, increases risk of Contrast reactions in patients with stage 4 or 5 chronic kidney disease or those receiving dialysis. Gadolinium may be harmful to a fetus and is generally avoided in pregnancy. (See also Risks of Medical Radiation .) 