Evaluation Of The Common Findings Of Emergency Abdominal X-rays (a Case Study Of University Of Nigeria Teaching Hospital Ituku Ozalla).

ABSTRACT  Plain abdominal radiographs are commonly requested for acute medical emergencies on patients with non-specific abdominal symptoms and signs. Whether plain abdominal radiography contributes to therapeutic decision making or disposition remains questionable particularly in the case of a negative result, the additional value of plain abdominal radiographs most especially in emergency situations is disputed.  The study is a retrospective research design aimed at evaluating the common findings of emergency abdominal x-rays (A Case Study of University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital Ituku- Oz…