Calcified Heart Valves

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Abstract
Cinefluorography compares favorably with other methods in its ability to demonstrate calcified valves. Body-section studies involved less radiation exposure (2.5 r contrasted with 4.0 to 8.0 r) and may be done by supervised technical personnel. The viewing of the films is easier, and the yield at present is approximately equal to that of cinefluorography. Fluoroscopy is a good, simple, and cheap method but suffers from inability to provide objective confirmation of subjective impressions. A skilled fluoroscopist is essential. Spot roentgenography has a relatively low yield compared to other methods.