Tag: Radiography

Scurvy, a disease caused by severe and prolonged vitamin C deficiency, was historically a scourge on seafarers and is still seen today in vulnerable populations. In its advanced stages, a specific but late radiographic feature of scurvy known as the Trümmerfeld zone appears on bone scans, indicating severe skeletal damage.

According to the National Patient Safety Agency, misread X-ray position checks for gastric tubes have led to significant complications and even death. Understanding when and how to correctly verify tube placement is a critical skill for preventing life-threatening aspiration pneumonia and ensuring patient safety.