An X-ray Chest Left LAT View is a diagnostic imaging test that provides detailed images of the chest area from the left lateral (side) view. It helps in evaluating conditions such as pleural effusion, lung collapse, or rib fractures.
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Why it is done :
Assessing the lungs, pleura, and chest wall for abnormalities such as effusion, consolidation, or collapse.
Detecting conditions such as pleural effusion, pneumothorax, or rib fractures affecting the left chest cavity.
Evaluating symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, or trauma-related injuries for proper diagnosis and treatment planning.