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Do pulmonary embolisms show up on chest x-rays?

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No: Ct angiography is the best test for the diagnosis of pulmonary embolism. A ventilation-perfusion scan is also useful, especially in a patient that can't tolerate the iodinated contrast used in a cta. Cxr can help in diagnosis of other causes of chest pain and sob but will not show an acute pe.

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Answered 10/3/2016

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