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Fine Art Print : Examining patients thorax using X-ray tube and fluorescent screen. X-ray tube
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Examining patients thorax using X-ray tube and fluorescent screen. X-ray tube
Examining patients thorax using X-ray tube and fluorescent screen. X-ray tube (on tripod) is set at reqauired height and patient stands directly in front of it. In front of patient, operator holds specially coated paper screen. When X-rays fall on paper, coating fluoresces, leaving as shadows those dense portions of thorax, such as bones, which absorb X-rays. Engraving, Leipzig, 1903. Many who worked with early x-rays suffered the effects of over-exposure to radiation
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Media ID 9783231
© Universal History Archive/Universal Images Group
1903 Bones Coated Coating Directly Early Effects Examining Fall Front Height Holds Leaving Leipzig Medicine Operator Patient Physics Portions Radiation Screen Shadows Stands Suffered Tripod Tube Worked X Ray Absorb Dense Fluorescent Radiography Specially Thorax X Rays
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Discover the fascinating world of medical diagnostics with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an intriguing image of a healthcare professional examining a patient's thorax using an advanced X-ray system. The X-ray tube, sourced from Universal Images Group (UIG), is expertly positioned on a tripod at the perfect height, while the patient stands directly in front of the fluorescent screen. This captivating print brings the complexities of medical imaging to life, making it an excellent addition to any healthcare or educational environment. Experience the intersection of art and science with our high-quality Fine Art Prints.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 50.6cm (16.5" x 19.9")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage engraving from 1903 captures a pivotal moment in the history of medicine and physics. In the image, we see a patient undergoing examination of their thorax using an X-ray tube and fluorescent screen. The X-ray tube, positioned on a tripod at the required height, emits X-rays towards the patient who stands directly in front of it. To capture the X-ray images, an operator holds a specially coated paper screen in front of the patient. As the X-rays pass through the patient's body, certain dense portions such as bones absorb them while others allow them to pass through. This phenomenon creates shadows on the specially coated paper screen where these dense portions are present. The coating on the paper fluoresces when exposed to X-rays, allowing for clear visualization of these shadows. However, this groundbreaking technology came with its own risks. As mentioned in the caption, many early pioneers working with X-rays suffered from over-exposure to radiation due to inadequate safety measures. This engraving serves as a testament to both scientific progress and human perseverance. It reminds us how far we have come in radiography since those early days and highlights our ongoing commitment to advancing medical imaging techniques while prioritizing safety for both patients and healthcare professionals alike.
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